The challenges young people face today are heavier than ever before. The pressures of school, church, family expectations, and peers weigh them down, while a culture driven by comparison and social media magnifies feelings of inadequacy. For many, this results in overwhelming isolation, anxiety, fear, and hopelessness. We see the heartbreaking outcomes—rising rates of self-harm, eating disorders, destructive choices, and suicide. Families, too, are strained under the weight of these struggles, often unsure of where to turn or unable to afford the resources they desperately need.

We believe in telling the truth: there is nothing in this culture, no quick fix, and no single person who can make everything right. True healing is a process—one that takes courage, hard work, wise counseling, and above all, the redemptive love of Christ. That is why the Cole Ellis Foundation exists. We are passionate about creating pathways for restoration by offering hope, providing access to resources, and reminding young people and their families that they are not alone.

Our prayer is that through this work, others will discover what Cole knew and lived—that even in hardship, joy can be found, healing is possible, and life with Christ is worth fighting for. The journey may be difficult, but it does not have to be walked alone. Through faith, community, and compassion, we can help the next generation rise above the weight of this culture and embrace the life of purpose God created them to live.