“Please don’t give up and don’t disown them. They don’t want to be addicts. They need our love, support, and our help.”

~ Jenn Komsa-Colangelo (Matthew’s Mom)

OUR MISSION

Restoring Hope, Promoting Healing, Supporting Change.

The Matthew Theobold Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting drug education and providing scholarships to individuals affected by addiction who are striving to build better futures. Through education, prevention, and financial support, we empower communities with the knowledge and resources needed to combat substance misuse and encourage academic achievement.

Our mission is to inspire informed choices, support those impacted by addiction, and invest in the next generation of leaders committed to making a positive difference.

We are committed to:

  • Educating communities about the dangers of drug abuse.

  • Supporting prevention efforts that foster healthy, drug-free lives.

  • Providing emotional and practical support to families affected by a loved one’s addiction.

  • Reminding families not to give up hope.

Those battling addiction need compassion, support, and understanding—they don’t want to suffer, but they do, and they need our help.

Together, we can uplift lives, strengthen families, and build healthier communities.

After all, No One Has to Fight Addiction Alone.

SUPPORT

Empowering Lives. Inspiring Change.

Be a part of the solution—together, everything is possible. Join us in our mission to assist families affected by drug addiction.

INITIATIVES

What We Do and Why It Matters.

At The Matthew Theobold Foundation, we are committed to educating communities about the dangers of drug abuse, supporting prevention efforts and empowering individuals to lead healthy, drug-free lives.

Through awareness campaigns, youth outreach, and our scholarship programs, we provide the education, tools, and opportunities young people need to make positive choices and build a brighter future.

Together, we’re creating stronger, safer communities—one life at a time.

GENEROUSLY DONATED FUNDS WILL GO TOWARDS:

Turning Struggles into Strength: Scholarships for Students Impacted by Addiction.

We offer college scholarships to students whose lives have been affected by a family member’s struggle with addiction. These scholarships are more than financial aid—they're a message of hope, resilience, and the belief that every student deserves the chance to pursue a brighter, drug-free future.

Hope Shouldn’t Come with a Price Tag.

We provide financial assistance to patients in need by donating to trusted recovery facilities across multiple communities. These contributions help ensure that cost is never a barrier to healing, offering hope, dignity, and a second chance to those on the path to recovery.

You focus on recovery. We’ll help with the rest.

Give the Gift of Hope This Christmas.

Help us bring joy to families in need this holiday season. Through our Christmas Sponsorship Program, we provide gifts, essentials, and hope to those facing the hardship that comes with addiction.

Nominate a family and be part of making their season a little brighter.

Meet the Matthew Theobold Foundation Executive Committee

  • Jennifer Colangelo

    FOUNDER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MATTHEW’S MOM

  • Kenneth Theobold

    PRESIDENT, MATTHEW’S BROTHER

  • Nicholas Versacio

    VICE PRESIDENT, MATTHEW’S BROTHER

  • Zachary Aversa

    TREASURER, MATTHEW’S COUSIN

Your generosity can make a lasting impact on another’s life.

Donations to The Matthew Theobold Foundation directly support drug education programs, prevention initiatives, scholarships for individuals affected by addiction, and vital resources for families in crisis. Every generously donated dollar fuels our mission to share hope and build healthier communities.