Reflections on the past year

Looking back to February 2020 when we launched this website on the day marking 2 1/2 yrs. since George's ’s passing, a lot has changed. We reached more people than I had imagined,, we were faced with pandemic challenges and we began creating a better site and a phenomenal programs for elementary schools.

Our dream is to have our mental health program in as many schools as possible. Especially with the pandemic life changes kiddos really need tools for self care and the knowledge to talk about feelings and safely ask for help.

Chelsea has broadened our reach and improved our presentation. Dear friends have helped along the way with technology and promoting our sales.

We couldn’t do it without you!!

We are looking forward to helping as many children as possible in George's honor.

Thank you and remember it’s OK to not be OK ;)

Lisa YeagerMarch 6, 2021

My name is Lisa Yeager, I am George’s mom and the founder of GBY3 Foundation. George’s life was an amazing adventure that became a wild roller coaster ride due to mental illness. Our family attempted to educate ourselves as much as possible in order to help and support George in his struggles. In the 18 months since his passing while grieving and planning this foundation, the one thing that stands out more than anything is the need for education among students and erasing the stigma that surrounds mental health issues. Young people need to know it is OK to ask for someone to talk to. Adults need to listen with empathy and understanding. Looking to end your life is not a solution to any problem, neither is hurting yourself. My hope is to begin a nationwide conversation that puts our young people at ease with their social emotional health and encourages them to explore resources including counseling, therapy, self help, physicians and music and art therapy as well as yoga and meditation for self care.

In years to come we hope to influence change in the healthcare system for mental health patients to meet their needs in all health arenas and help prevent homelessness. The entire health and well being of the patient must be addressed and not dictated by lack of insurance or inconsistencies in government systems and health institutions.

It’s OK to not be OK…