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​                      William E. Matteson
                    Executive Director

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There is no greater insight into
the future than recognizing. 
When we save our children, we save
ourselves and their future.
​William Matteson 

Justin Christopher Matteson
was born on August 8, 1989.  Justin has 3 children. (2 girls and 1 boy). 
His struggle was real. The loss is real. 

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

Mission Statement: To help children who have lost a parent to opioid addiction either by abandonment, imprisonment or death and develop hope and resilience to live fulfilling and purposeful lives.
 
Vision Statement: Support, educate and advocate for families struggling with opioid addiction.

We can accomplish this mission through joint efforts by bringing hope to the children through our “Circle of Light” campaign.

Mental health stability can help the Children be more productive and conscious in everyday living. Making wise choices is a direction necessary for success.  

LEARN FROM THE FACTS
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The C.O.P.E. Foundation is an organization to help children who have survived a parents death due to drugs. And to aid in the children's progress while living in an opioid household. The Cope Foundation works closely with all children thru 18 years of age.
​There are over 71,000 deaths due to opioid abuse and overdose in the US annually. As the number increases, more concerns arise.
As more drug abuse facilities open and more mental health organizations are available to assist in the recovery and aid to wellness 
for each of these individuals. As a team, I believe we can help curb the number of fatalities and produce more
positive ​members in your community.
​My projection is that the C.O.P.E. Foundation will bring awareness to the benefit of life and allow these individuals to learn that
they can say NO and are able to function as a normal human being. Independently and healthy. We change lives.​