Volunteer Opportunities Available
The U MATTER Buddy System is a connection-based support program created by AASP THEY MATTER to remind individuals, especially those navigating difficult seasons, that they are seen, valued, and never forgotten. Each participant is paired with a verified U MATTER Buddy, a caring volunteer who offers encouragement, periodic check-ins, and a reminder that hope still exists.
At this time, due to limited volunteer availability, we are unable to operate this program fully. We are working behind the scenes to rebuild and reopen the Buddy System as soon as possible.
If you feel called to serve and would like to become a U MATTER Buddy, please email us and we will send you an application.
Please sign up only if you are fully committed - every U MATTER Buddy participant depends on consistent, reliable connection, and this role requires compassion, time, and follow-through.
Thank you for your understanding and patience as we continue to strengthen this important program.
You matter. They matter. Hope matters.
“Wherever you go - you do not have to go alone’’
Welcome to the U MATTER Buddy System, a supportive initiative from the need for connection during tough times. We understand that everyone's challenges, and having someone to talk to can make all the difference. A U MATTER Buddy is a compassionate volunteer who offers emotional, encouragement, and a sense of connection to those who may be struggling, feeling isolated, or simply in need of a friend. U MATTER Buddies are active listeners, kind encouragers, and consistent points of contact in someone's journey toward healing and hope. They are not therapists—they're people who care deeply and want to remind others that they are not alone and that they matter. On the other hand, a U MATTER Buddy Participant is someone who signs up to be matched with a Buddy for extra assistance. Whether you're navigating a difficult time, coping with chronic illness, grieving, or just feeling alone, the U MATTER Buddy System is here for you. As a participant, you’ll be paired with a trusted U MATTER Buddy who will regularly check in, offer uplifting words, and remind you that life has value and purpose. Everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported—because you truly matter.
Sign up to Join the U MATTER Buddy System
Are you interested in being a U MATTER Buddy? Or, are you interested in finding a U MATTER Buddy?
Let us know by filling out the form below. #theymatter
By submitting the form below, you are allowing AASP THEY MATTER to match you with a U MATTER Buddy - all participants are gently screened. This is not a crisis service - this is a buddy system for emotional support.
