Every child deserves a chance to thrive.

How do we work?

Partnering with Local Communities

At Giving Love Outreach, we approach our work as a blank canvas, where creativity and collaboration shape a vision for a brighter future. Instead of following preset solutions, we embrace a fresh perspective, inviting children and their communities to dream boldly and explore new possibilities for growth and empowerment.

Our mission, “No Child Left Behind,” reflects our dedication to uplifting children through collaborative partnerships with families, local businesses, schools, and community organizations. Together, we open doors to resources, mentorship, and guidance—giving each child the tools to uncover their gifts and pursue their dreams.

We believe that when a community comes together, the potential of each child is limitless. With every project and partnership, we’re building a future filled with hope, opportunity, and success, where every child is empowered to shine.

At Giving Love Outreach, we believe that lasting change starts with strong partnerships in local communities. By working hand-in-hand with businesses, community leaders, and parents, we create a powerful network of support around the children we serve. Together, we’re not just addressing immediate needs—we’re building a foundation for long-term success and opportunity.

Our approach is forward-thinking, rooted in the idea that when communities unite with a shared vision, the future becomes brighter for everyone. With every partnership we form, we’re showing our children that they are not alone, and that their community believes in their potential. Together, we’re creating a future where no child is left behind, and every dream has a chance to take flight.

“The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.”

– Mark Van Doren

Jonine Mathis – President, Giving Love Outreach (GLO)

I’m Jonine Mathis, President of Giving Love Outreach (GLO), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and families in need. My journey toward giving began in 2016 after years as a bail bondsman and running businesses that didn’t fulfill my deeper purpose.

As a bondsman, I witnessed firsthand the heartbreaking cycle of young offenders repeatedly returning to the system. I saw the root causes: fatherless homes, overwhelmed single parents, and teenagers finding guidance in the streets rather than positive role models. This experience ignited my desire to intervene and provide hope and resources to youth before it was too late.

Initially, I launched GLO Promotions LLC as an entertainment company, bringing excitement to local clubs with “GLO Girls.” While fun and creative, the venture wasn’t aligned with my calling. Around the same time, I started Positive Power Coaching to mentor and guide young people toward better choices. But my heart kept returning to a deeply personal mission inspired by my own past.

In 1990, I left Pittsburgh, PA, fleeing an abusive marriage with my three young children. During that time, I spent many holidays in shelters, feeling the weight of creating joy for my children in unfamiliar environments. Those memories shaped my passion for giving back to women and children in similar situations. I began collecting new toys for children in shelters, hoping to bring them happiness during the holidays. Despite the financial challenges of running two businesses, I vowed to continue this tradition year after year.

In 2016, my son and I combined our visions to create Giving Love Outreach. Today, GLO not only ensures that children in shelters receive new toys at Christmas but also offers programs that nurture their unique talents and gifts. Our mission is to empower children and families, helping them become active, thriving members of society under the belief that No Child Should Be Left Behind.

Through GLO, I have found my life’s purpose—giving love, hope, and opportunity to those who need it most.