Our Mission
Karmel Bortoleti Foundation / Mom2Mom (M2M) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to provide support for single mothers and their children by empowering and given them the support they need to help propel them into a life of self-sufficience to achieve their dreams and build a better future for themselves and their children.
“Healthy mother, healthy children”
Our Vision
Our focus is to provide the resources to help single mothers build a career and be independent financially and by taking care of their mental health and well-being with educational opportunities, mentorship, and entrepreneurial support to who are driven to succeed and provide a better life for them and their children.
KARMEL BORTOLETI
Actress, author and producer Karmel Bortoleti is a resilient single mother who has personally endured the daunting challenges that many single mothers face. With the immense responsibility of raising her three children falling solely on her shoulders, Karmel experienced firsthand the hardships of single motherhood.
Recognizing the tremendous difficulty of this journey, Karmel Bortoleti founded Mom2Mom (M2M), a 501c3 nonprofit organization with a passionate mission.
M2M empowers single mothers to pursue their dreams and build a brighter future for themselves and their families
This empowering initiative offers a range of critical support, including:
Financial Assistance
In the form of tuition, business start-up costs, and other financial necessities, financial support that can help propel women into a life of self-sufficience.
Mental and Other Critical Healthcare Needs
Many women don’t have access to the mental health support required for them to function at full capacity, and we aim to help make this critical care accessible. and we believe that mental healthy mom’s raises healthy kids.
Educational Opportunities
Whether its by finishing a degree or learning a new trade, we know access to new skills and completion of courses leads to increased opportunities for meaningful work.
Mentorship
Through guidance and encouragement, mentors can lead women into a better mindset to succeed.
Entrepreneurial Guidance
For women that desire to launch their own small-businesses to begin on the right foot with the proper documentation and set up so chances of success improve.
All of these critical supports are tailored specifically to single mothers who have shown they possess the drive and ambition to create a better life for themselves and their children.
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About Us
AMY
Amy Shepley is a Canadian freelance writer and social justice advocate, working with not-for-profit organizations in Canada, the USA, and abroad. She partners with organizations that seek to bring justice to women and children who have been victimized by circumstances of poverty, abuse, and abandonment.This work has taken Amy to remote villages, homeless shelters, service agencies, unplanned communities, and orphanages across North and Central American, and in the developing world.It’s Amy’s hope that women across the globe have better access to the support they need to live healthy and fulfilling lives. Women are vulnerable, but change is possible.
DANTE
Dante Petrarca is an Italo-Brazilian designer, DJ, and entrepreneur.For the past decade, Dante has worked in the music industry, online radio and television industry, as well as founded his own e-commerce company. More recently, he has expanded into digital marketing and social media management for major corporations in Brazil and Mexico with a focus on creating interactive content for business accounts and campaigns. Dante’s ability to connect and understand his clients enables him to provide an exceptional experience. As the father of a young daughter, he understands the support and stability needed in order for children to flourish and is grateful to be involved in this project.
LAURA
Laura Daza is a dynamic producer and brand developer with over a decade of experience in the industry. Driven by an unwavering passion for creativity, Laura excels at bringing innovative ideas to life and crafting compelling brand narratives.
With a rich background in producing, Laura has collaborated with a diverse range of clients, consistently delivering high-quality projects that exceed expectations. Her expertise spans across various facets of production, from conceptualization to execution, showcasing her ability to transform visionary concepts into tangible successes.