Who We Are
About Us
The Liv Project is a nonprofit using creativity and storytelling to break the silence on youth mental health and youth suicide.
The Liv Project exists to prevent youth suicide by creating spaces of connection, hope, and fearless conversation, so no young person feels alone.
Workshops Delivered
Film Screenings
Lives Impacted
Communities Reached
Workshops Delivered
Film Screenings
Lives Impacted
Communities Reached
Liv’s Story
Liv was a passionate friend, animal lover, gifted vocalist, comedian, and a proud member of the LGBTQ community. In high school, she sang in multiple choirs, performed in musicals, and was on the cheer team. Her voice was distinct, and her stage presence was captivating. She was spirited, stubborn, uproarious, and bursting at the seams with love.
Her kindness knew no bounds – except when it came to herself. Liv struggled most of her life with a non-verbal learning disorder, anxiety, and depression. Liv’s compassion and kindness for others were two of her finest characteristics, but she found it hard to show that same compassion and kindness to herself. Few people knew that she struggled because the Liv they knew seemed so happy. Liv often found it hard to reach out when she was struggling, and on January 8th, 2019, our beloved 19-year-old Liv took her own life.
We miss our sweet Liv, and hope that in sharing her story and developing creative tools and programs in her name, we can help unlock the fearless conversations that can save lives. Thank you for joining us on this journey. We’re so glad you’re here.
— Tess and Honey
Our Origin
The Liv Project’s Story
The Liv Project began with family, friends, and many dedicated volunteers, formed out of deep love and care for Liv, Honey, and Tess. It started with a documentary, “My Sister Liv” and the phenomenal people who brought it to life, and soon blossomed into so much more.
As the film was being created, Honey and Tess quickly realized something profoundly important: young people were not feeling safe or supported when it came to talking about mental health or suicide, and many didn’t know how to start those conversations at all. This insight became the heart of The Liv Project’s work: creating tools, programs, and spaces where fearless, life-saving conversations could happen.
The People Behind the Mission
Meet Our Team
youth advisory board
The Voices of Liv
The Voices of Liv is The Liv Project’s Youth Advisory Board, a group of passionate young leaders helping shape the future of our work. These voices bring lived experience, insight, and honesty to everything we do, ensuring our programs, tools, and conversations truly reflect what young people need today.
Through their guidance, creativity, and courage, The Voices of Liv help us break the silence around mental health, build meaningful connections, and create real change, one life-saving conversation at a time.
Shu
Stella
Mandie
Sameerah
Chantal
Emma
Annelise
Gabriella
Julia
Sophie
Alejandro
Camden
Bella
Liz
Max
Nel
What We Do
We Are Taking Conversations
Out of the Shadows
We empower fearless conversations about mental health to prevent youth suicide.
What Drives Us
Mission, Vision & Values
transparency
Donate With Confidence
The Liv Project is committed to using every donation with care, integrity, and purpose. Contributions directly support our mission to prevent youth suicide and create spaces where fearless conversations about mental health can happen.
Funds help power our programs, educational tools, community workshops, film outreach, and resources that bring connection and hope to young people and families.
We believe trust matters. That’s why we prioritize transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship in everything we do, so supporters can feel confident their generosity is making a real impact.
Founding Partners
Governance Board
Advisory Board
Resources & Stories
The Liv Library
A growing collection of stories, articles, and friends of Liv designed to support youth, families, and communities in fostering connection, hope, and mental well-being.
