08/12/2025
Introducing Greg and Linda Peaden â LIFT Light
Greg and Linda Peaden are our LIFT Lightâthe original spark, the steady radiance, and the unwavering warmth at the heart of our mission. From their vision, LIFT was born. Through their care, it continues to grow.
For decades, theyâve been deeply involved in community work and charitable service, including long-standing support for the elderly. Their lives reflect a deep commitment to showing upâfor neighbors, causes, and those navigating hardship. They're also avid travelers and artists, bringing creativity and curiosity to all they do.
As parents of three and grandparents to many, Greg and Linda understand the challenges and rewards of nurturing growth in others.
Professionally, theyâve helped charities across the U.S. raise funds to fuel their missions. This lifelong dedication to service is not just their workâitâs their passion. Along the way, theyâve seen both the power of generosity and the urgent need for sustainable support across the nonprofit world.
Still, they felt called to give back in a more personal way. Over the years, many ideas were consideredâeach inspiring, but none quite the right fitâuntil, during a winter family trip in the mountains of North Carolina, someone suggested supporting college students through counseling. That struck a chord.
As they reflected on what had shaped their own journey, one answer stood out: counseling.
During times of uncertainty and change, counseling provided clarity, grounding, and space to growânot only as individuals but as partners, parents, and professionals. It was, in every sense, a lift.
They recognized how rare and vital that support can beâand how many go without it, especially students and young adults facing pressure, transition, and emotional overwhelm with nowhere to turn.
From that insight, LIFT was born: a nonprofit mental health counseling initiative offering free, accessible support to those in need. Built with compassion and clarity, LIFT meets people where they are and walks with them toward healing and renewal.
Greg and Linda believe no one should face their hardest moments alone. Their hope is simple: that LIFT will be a place where light finds its way inâagain and again.
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