Inauguration of New Headquarters
ST CHARLES, Mo. — After years of operating from rented spaces, the Megan Meier Foundation is set to inaugurate its permanent headquarters in St. Charles. The community is invited to join the celebration on August 13 between 3 and 6 p.m. at 910 Jefferson Street for the official grand opening.
Foundation's Mission and Community Impact
"She would be so proud," shares Tina Meier, expressing her feelings about the new center. "This space embodies our efforts to create a place where children who feel marginalized can realize they matter."
Founding and Background
Established in 2007 by Tina Meier, the foundation was founded a year after her daughter Megan's tragic death. Megan, a 13-year-old girl, was cyberbullied by an adult neighbor who impersonated a boy online, leading her to take her own life in 2006. The heartbreaking story resonated across the United States and internationally.
Global Commemoration and Educational Initiatives
Australian students commemorated Megan's memory by creating Megan Meier Day on October 17. "Her story can be a catalyst to break down shame and foster open conversations abou...