Pop Culture Hero Coalition

Pop Culture Hero Coalition Our work is created by pop-culture-fluent clinical psychologists and veteran educators.

We are a 501c3 using evidence-based video and tools — with engaging pop culture references — to teach character development and behavioral health strategies in ways young people find relatable.​​​ The Coalition’s Heroic Journey Curriculum is the sole mental health and social emotional learning program officially used by YMCA of the USA for children and parents.

�Mentally healthy, empathetic kids

are the key to driving positive change and creating a world of justice.

�But research shows kids are often focused on more urgent issues: depression, anxiety, fear, shame, loneliness, addiction, and suicidal ideation.

�Pop Culture Hero Coalition is the first 501c3 org to teach mental health / bullying prevention using heroic stories, which children and teens find relatable. Under the direction of award-winning author and Curriculum Director Carrie Goldman with the support of Chief Psychologist Dr. Janina Scarlet, our programs include creating equity, inclusion, and restorative practices over bullying, racism, misogyny, LGBTQIA2S+ bullying, cyberbullying, and other forms of injustice.

�Using key research, our Curriculum is rooted CASEL’s principals for social emotional learning, including the prevention and treatment of bullying, discrimination, violence, and other forms of hate.

�Partners include YMCA USA, the NOH8 Campaign, the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium, Feeding San Diego, and the United Nations Association San Diego. We have partnered with Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence.

�The Coalition has brought the UN, Amnesty, ACLU, NOH8 Campaign, ADL, and Kiva to their first pop culture convention appearances. We are harnessing the phenomenon of stories kids love to teach heroism in real life.

�We must act now, making mental health tools relatable and accessible — free of charge — to every child, teen, or parent, regardless of ability to pay.

�We value your support!
�Please message us to create a Facebook birthday fundraiser
�Make a purchase at www.BeKindMerch.org
�Donate through Network for Good at https://bit.ly/2KNnh9w to support this crucial work. Thank you!

“Pop Culture Hero Coalition is turning fantasy into the real world, with justice and heroism.” CBS News

08/08/2026

👟 Where do the shoes go? After , donated shoes are collected and redistributed through Funds2Orgs to communities around the world. There, they help support small businesses and create opportunities for families. ✨

08/08/2026

You don’t have to know where the whole journey will lead. Just take the next step—and make it count. 💙✨

08/08/2026

🚀Building the Coalition✨
Chase Masterson and Carrie Goldman brought their vision to life, partnering with incredible organizations and bringing the mission to Comic-Cons.

08/07/2026

Watch Part 1 as Chase shares the story that inspired a mission to help young people build kindness, empathy, and resilience through The Heroic Journey. 💙🖖

Congratulations to our co-founder, Chase Masterson , on receiving The Fleet’s Star Cross Founder Award at ! ✨Thank you ...
08/07/2026

Congratulations to our co-founder, Chase Masterson , on receiving The Fleet’s Star Cross Founder Award at ! ✨

Thank you to The Fleet for recognizing Chase’s dedication to helping young people through The Heroic Journey. We are honored and grateful for this incredible recognition. 💙

08/07/2026

✨ Yesterday, we had the honor of interviewing Bjo Trimble. 🖖

Bjo's passion and dedication helped shape Star Trek history, inspiring generations of fans.

Thank you, Bjo, for reminding us that one person truly can make a difference. 💙

08/05/2026

✨ 25 pairs of shoes collected! 👟
Thank you to everyone who has donated so far! Every pair helps support Pop Culture Hero Coalition’s The Heroic Journey program.

If you’re at , stop by Chase Masterson’s booth and donate your gently worn, used, or new shoes.

07/29/2026

🖖 We're going LIVE with Chase Masterson!

Join us Wednesday, July 29 at 5:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM ET as we talk about the Dabo Fundraiser and Shoe Drive at STLV 2026, and learn how the Star Trek community is coming together to make a real difference.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation—and bring your questions for Chase during the live chat!

👟 Ever wonder what happens after you donate your shoes?After , the shoes are sent to Funds2Orgs, where they are redistr...
07/27/2026

👟 Ever wonder what happens after you donate your shoes?

After , the shoes are sent to Funds2Orgs, where they are redistributed to a network of micro-enterprise and small business partners in communities with limited economic opportunities.

The shoes are given new purpose while helping entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses, and the funds raised through our shoe drive directly support The Heroic Journey Program.

🖖 Star Trek Las Vegas 60th Anniversary Convention
📅 August 5–9
📍 Find us at Chase Masterson's Booth

Thank you for helping create brighter futures, one pair of shoes at a time.

Hi, Everyone! We need to hire a CPA to do some work for behavioral health grant applications asap. Does anyone have a re...
01/21/2026

Hi, Everyone! We need to hire a CPA to do some work for behavioral health grant applications asap. Does anyone have a reliable referral? Thanks so much!🙏

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