Project U.G.L.Y. (U Gotta Love Yourself) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting inner-love, self-preservation, and advocating for healing and personal joy.

Founded from a deeply personal place, the organization reflects Courtney’s lived experience, having lost a close friend to suicide, and surviving her own attempt. Through her journey, she developed a passion for addressing the emotional pain that can stem from life’s most difficult experiences and helping others discover healthier ways to navigate depression and reclaim their lives.

Project U.G.L.Y. hosts its annual “STAY” (Stories That Aspire You) event, a transformative experience designed to provide community support, share vital resources, and create space for healing. “STAY” was established to offer a safe and empowering environment where individuals can explore mental health and wellness through creative expression, storytelling, and art ultimately fostering connection and potentially saving lives.