News & Events
Toast2Peace on Peace Day (July 17)
Celebrating Mattie’s 35th birthday with an international livestream Toast2Peace! Entertainment and peace activities for all ages, all evening.
Old & New Friends Gather for Mattie’s Anniversary Events
Mattie’s mom (Dr. Jeni Stepanek) pauses for a moment of private prayer during the weekend gatherings that commemorated Mattie’s 21st anniversary of passing.
Mattie’s Life & Legacy Remembered in “Give Us This Day”
Spiritual writer Robert Ellsberg reflects on the life and legacy of the late teen poet and peace ambassador, Mattie J.T. Stepanek.
Furlow Scholar Addison Drinnon Earns Mattie Stepanek Peacemaker Award
Peace Certified Furlow Charter School names graduating senior Addison Drinnon recipient of the 2025 Mattie J.T. Stepanek Peacemaker Award.
Faith McLuckie Chooses a Mattie Quote for “Doorways for Democracy” Project
Faith McLuckie, an artist with Visability, chooses a Mattie quote for her “Doorways for Democracy Project” that debuted June 7 in Rockville, Maryland.
Father’s Day poem from Mattie
A Father’s Day poem penned by Mattie at age 9, upcoming “Save the Date(s)” info, and brick sponsorships…