Our Mission and Values
Love Surrounds You™ is more than just a name—it’s a movement. The Love Surrounds You™ Movement is dedicated to mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and providing direct support to individuals and families in need. Founded in memory of Kristen Mia Tenpenny, our mission is to remind everyone that they are seen, loved, and essential in this world.
We don’t just talk about mental health—we take action. Traveling across the country, we host Ride Out of the Darkness™ events, awareness rallies, community fundraisers, healing retreats, and more, all while providing direct support to those who need it most. Through scholarships, vetted resources, and nationwide outreach, we are committed to breaking the stigma and ensuring access to critical mental health support.
What We Do
✅ Ride Out of the Darkness™ - Our National Fundraiser & Awareness Rides
Our flagship fundraising event, Ride Out of the Darkness™, is a nationwide series of awareness rides open to all vehicles (motorcycles, cars, trucks, and more).
Each ride ends with a rally designed to foster connection, support, love, laughs, fun, and community healing.
We provide scholarships for individuals who struggle with mental health and need financial assistance to participate in the National Travel Train Ride for Ride Out of the Darkness™.
✅ Scholarships for Mental Health Support
We raise funds to provide scholarships for individuals seeking therapy, mental health coaching, treatment programs, or holistic healing services.
Our goal is to remove financial barriers so that those in need can access the support they deserve.
✅ Vetted Mental Health Resources & Support Network
We connect individuals with trusted, high-quality mental health professionals, therapists, and holistic practitioners.
Many people struggle to find safe and effective help—we ensure they are connected with the right resources to support their healing journey.
✅ Veteran & First Responder Outreach
We have a special commitment to veterans, active-duty military, and first responders who often face PTSD, depression, and the long-term effects of service-related trauma.
Through our events, scholarships, and outreach, we create safe spaces for healing, connection, and community support.
✅ Education & Advocacy
We provide educational content, workshops, and public speaking engagements to spread awareness about mental health and suicide prevention.
By sharing stories, resources, and practical tools, we empower individuals and families to recognize warning signs and take action to save lives.
Why We Exist
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., yet stigma, lack of resources, and financial barriers prevent many from seeking help. Love Surrounds You™ was created to fill that gap—to ensure that no one feels alone in their struggle and that help is always within reach.
We are not just a foundation. We are a movement. Through our Ride Out of the Darkness™ events, scholarships, and resource network, we are actively changing lives, raising awareness, and making an impact where it matters most.
💜 Because no matter where you are in life, Love Surrounds You™. 💜
““You are not alone, and your story is not over. The pain you feel today is not the end of your journey—it’s a chapter, not the whole book. There is hope beyond this darkness, and you are meant to see the light again. Keep holding on, because your life has meaning, and the world is better with you in it.” 💙✨”