A nonprofit dedicated to educating teens, empowering families, and raising awareness about the realities of teen dating violence - all in honor of Rianna.
Who We Are
Rianna’s Voice is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to prevention, education, and compassionate support for teens and families experiencing dating violence or unhealthy relationship dynamics.
We work with middle schools, high schools, youth organizations, and community partners to spread awareness, spark meaningful conversations, and provide real resources to students ho may feel unheard or unsure where to turn.
Our mission is both powerful and personal – driven by the story of a vibrant young girl whose life was taken far too soon.
Click here to view our Rianna’s Voice brochure.
How Rianna's Voice Began
In the months following Rianna’s passing, Terry saw a painful truth:
Most teens don’t know the early warning signs of dating violence.
Many parents struggle to recognize when something is wrong.
And many schools lack the tools, training, or language to talk about it.
What started as a father’s desperate search for purpose became a mission to protect others.
Terry began sharing Rianna’s story – first with small groups, then with schools, youth organizations, and entire communities. The response was immediate and overwhelming. Teens spoke up. Parents asked questions. Schools invited him back again and again.
It became clear:
The community needed education. Teens needed support. And families needed resources.
From that need, Rianna’s Voice was born – a nonprofit built on love, awareness, prevention, and the belief that every teen deserves safety and respect.
Community Partners
Our Mission & Vision
Mission Statement:
To educate teenagers, support families, and raise awareness about the warning signs of teen dating violence – empowering youth to speak up and seek help before harm escalates.
Vision Statement:
A world where every teen feels safe in their relationships, supported by their community, and confident in their ability to recognize and respond to unhealthy behaviors.
Our Core Values
- Compassion – Every teen deserves to be heard and understood.
- Safety – Physical and emotional safety come first.
- Education – Knowledge empowers teens to protect themselves and others.
- Prevention – Early awareness saves lives.
- Support – No one should face abuse alone.
- Legacy – Everything we do honors Rianna’s memory.
Our Leadership
Terry Glass – Founder & President
A father, veteran, and former search and rescue leader dedicated to honoring Rianna by protecting other teens.
Jim Wilkins – Vice President
Co-founder of Wolfpack Search and Recovery, longtime mentor and “uncle” figure to Rianna.
Christina Butz – Secretary
Rianna’s grandmother – committed to supporting families experiencing dating violence.
Victoria Marzen – Treasurer
Small business owner of Salon Sonder, passionate about youth safety and community care.
Steven Holton
U.S. Army veteran and former MP; civilian EMT
Caitlin Kolba
Licensed therapist; Support Group Program Lead
Jenn Hittinger
Martial artist (30+ years); Self-Defense Program Lead
Amber Glass
Fundraising Director and Rianna’s stepmother
Maria Keiderling
Secretary for Laurel Fire Company
Our Impact
Even as a young organization, Rianna’s Voice is already creating powerful change.
Impact Metrics:
- 750+ students reached through school presentations
- 5 partner schools and 1 youth group across the region
- 3 core programs serving teens and families
- Growing community awareness through events, workshops, and outreach
Every conversation, every presentation, every brave teen who speaks up – it all carries Rianna’s voice forward.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Whether you’re a parent, student, educator, donor, or community member – you can help create safer futures for teens.
Rianna was bright, artistic, compassionate, and full of life. She loved deeply and cared fiercely for the people in her world. Her smile could fill a room, her humor was contagious, and her creativity touched everyone around her.
On September 14, 2023, Rianna’s life was taken by teen dating violence – something no family should ever have to experience. She was only 16 years old.
Her father, Terry, was robbed of the chance to say goodbye…robbed of the chance to protect her from the danger she never should have faced. In the aftermath of unthinkable loss came a promise:
“No other parent should go through this. No other teen should feel alone or unsafe.”
Rianna’s Voice exists to keep that promise alive – to honor Rianna by protecting other teens just like her.