We exist to break the cycle of childhood adversity—one family, one community, one rainbow at a time.

Raising Rainbows in Roses is a community-rooted charity born from compassion, resilience, and the belief that beauty can grow through life’s thorns—just like roses—with the promise of brighter days ahead, symbolized by the rainbow. Founded by Mental Health Nurse Lydia Stafford after the tragic loss of her younger brother Gavin in June 2024, our organization is driven by a personal commitment to address the lasting impacts of childhood trauma and severe mental illness linked to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

With over 20 years of trauma-informed clinical experience—from early intervention to inpatient care—Lydia has witnessed firsthand how relational consistency and community support can transform lives. She established Raising Rainbows in Roses to break down fragmented services and unite families, caregivers, and professionals around the child, fostering emotional well-being and preventing the very challenges that cost her brother his life.

Our dedicated team of associates, advocates, and volunteers brings a wealth of lived experience and professional expertise. We don’t just offer assistance—we walk alongside each person we serve, offering understanding, resources, and hope.  We empower individuals not only to survive adversity but to grow—emotionally, spiritually, and socially.

The 3 Rs

Reach the most vulnerable with relational interventions

To empower individuals in adversity by fostering resilience, promoting mental well-being, and building a community rooted in compassion and connection.

A world where every person, no matter their struggle, can rise through hardship and bloom into their full potential.