Reaching One

 The Reaching One Movement was born from one simple but powerful truth: saving even one life matters. In a world where so many young people are silently battling pain, anxiety, and hopelessness, this movement exists to speak directly to them—to remind them that they are seen, they are loved, and they are not alone.

Right now, too many youth are hurting. But we believe that hope is still stronger than despair. That one voice can break through the noise. That one conversation can pull someone back from the edge. And that reaching just one heart can change everything.

Reaching One isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about showing up with honesty, empathy, and real talk. It’s about helping young people understand that their struggles don’t define them—that they are miracles in motion, here for a purpose no one else can fulfill. We’re here to plant seeds of strength and remind every person who’s struggling that their story isn’t over yet.

This movement is about life. It’s about showing up, speaking truth, and standing in the gap for those who feel like giving up. Whether it's through speaking, writing, or simply listening, we’re here to build a future where young people know their worth and believe in it.

Because sometimes, reaching one… is everything. 

 The why is simple—but it carries the weight of something life-changing.

I started the Reaching One Assembly because I couldn’t ignore what was happening. Too many young people are struggling in silence. Too many are giving up before they’ve even seen what’s possible for their lives. And too many think they’re alone when they’re not.

I refuse to accept that. I believe youth suicide is a battle we can fight—and win. I believe that no teenager or young adult should ever reach the point where they think their only option is to disappear. My mission is to meet them where they are, speak life into their pain, and help them see a future worth sticking around for.

Every young person needs to know: you are not invisible. You’re not just another face in the crowd. You were created on purpose, with purpose. Your life matters more than you know.

If I can reach even one student who feels broken, overlooked, or like they’re not enough—and help them walk away with a spark of hope they didn’t have before—then everything I’m doing is worth it. That’s what the Reaching One Assembly is about: being the voice someone needed to hear at the exact moment they were about to give up.

Because hope isn’t gone—it just needs to be reignited. One heart at a time.

 The Day Before
I’ll arrive in your area to meet with you and your staff in person. This time isn’t just about logistics—it’s about connection. I want to understand your school or youth group's heartbeat. What challenges are your students facing? What pressures are they under? What conversations are already happening—and which ones aren’t yet?

This meeting helps me tailor my message to fit the unique culture and needs of your students. It’s a chance to align our goals and prepare to make the greatest impact possible—together.

The Day Of
I’ll deliver a powerful, heartfelt 30–45 minute message designed to break through the noise and speak directly to your students or youth group. The message centers around this truth: you matter, you are needed, and your life has purpose.

Students will hear stories, real talk, and messages of hope that challenge them to see beyond their current circumstances. They’ll walk away reminded that:

• Their struggles don’t define them
   
• They are more than enough, exactly as they are
   
• The hard moments in life are real—but they are not permanent
   

This isn’t just another assembly—it’s a movement of hope. By the end, our goal is that each student feels more grounded, more empowered, and more inspired to rise above what’s trying to hold them down—and to believe in their future again.