We are fighting for the protection of every child
kNot today or ever
Joining together to protect the beauty and innocence of every child against sexual abuse and exploitation.
OUR CORE VALUES
Our Mission
kNot Today exists to generate awareness, initiate prevention strategies, and assist in the development of innovative healing programs for sexually abused and exploited children.
THE END GOAL
Our Vision
kNot Today strives to bring about a world which cherishes and protects the beauty and innocence of every child.
EPIDEMIC IN OUR COUNTRY
The Problem
The sexual abuse & exploitation of children is a topic barely palatable for most. It is happening in every community and across all socioeconomic levels in many cases, evolving into long-term sexual abuse. The CyberTipline receives reports about multiple forms of online child sexual exploitation. Reports regarding CSAM, legally referred to as child pornography, make up the largest reporting category.
Reports of child sexual abuse material to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
21.7M
In 2020
29.3M
In 2021
32M
In 2022
Reports elevated during the pandemic
In 2020, at a time of peak isolation during the pandemic, The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children reported 21.7 million files of child sexual abuse materials.
National children’s alliance
The governing body for nearly 1,000 child advocacy centers, shared data that 65% of their cases involved child sexual abuse.
Public reminder
The nature of the crime have no demographic. It stems from the depths of the dark web to the suburban neighborhood to the upper tiers of society.
When kNot Today was founded in 2019, we had one goal: protect children.
The fight is a dark one; yet, we remain encouraged because the victories also have been great.
The NFL platform gives us a unique platform and opportunity to make a difference.
WHAT WE DO
Our Approach
Our mission is to generate awareness and initiate prevention strategies to end sexual abuse, exploitation, and trafficking of children. We also partner with vetted, restorative service providers to improve their capacity to care for children who have experienced sexual trauma.
THE HELPING HANDS
Our Team
Linda Reich
President and co-founder
Linda and her husband Frank founded kNot Today in 2019 after living and engaging on this issue in communities from coast to coast. After experiencing the scale of this issue across the country, Linda and Frank were compelled to make an impact. Prior to founding kNot Today, Linda completed her Masters in Divinity from Reformed Theological Seminary and completed her training as a Registered Nurse from Lancaster School of Nursing. She brings a faith-based and family-centric mindset to her role at kNot Today and in her community as a family and child advocate.
Emma Marsh
Managing Director
Since joining the kNot Today Foundation in 2021, Emma Marsh has played an integral role in building impactful programs, streamlining operations, and cultivating key strategic partnerships for the organization. As Managing Director, she leads the Indiana Prevention Education Coalition, an initiative started by kNot Today to convene child abuse prevention educators across the state. Emma holds a bachelor’s in Human Services from Purdue University.
Tammy Ford
Director of Philanthropy
Tammy joined kNot today in July of 2023. Born and raised in the Carolinas, Tammy received her degree from Coastal Carolina University. Tammy has dedicated her career to fundraising, grant writing, and advancing philanthropic initiatives for organizations across the Carolinas. In Tammy’s spare time, you can find her creating an array of art pieces, providing a loving home for her foster kittens and cooking a gourmet meal for her friends.
Shelby Thomas
Marketing & Communications Manager
Shelby joined kNot today in September 2022. After earning her design degree from IUPUI, she spent 10 years in marketing, design and event planning. As a mother of three small children, Shelby felt instantly connected to the mission of kNot Today and its team. She is passionate about using her skills to raise awareness for the mission through creative and educational content.
Lia Reich
Advocacy Director
Lia joined kNot Today in August 2021. The eldest daughter of kNot Today founders Frank and Linda Reich, Lia brings 10 years of corporate experience in business development, entrepreneurship, and marketing to the team. Lia works closely with the Executive Director to design and implement organizational strategy, create campaigns that support awareness and growth for the issue, identify new partners, and expand the work of kNot Today to new communities. Lia received her degree in journalism from the University of Maryland.
THE HELPING HANDS
Our Staff
Alyssa Van Vactor
Executive Director
Alyssa joined kNot Today in June 2021. Prior to joining kNot Today, Alyssa spent seven years leading a Nonprofit for struggling youth in the greater Indianapolis area. Alyssa has extensive knowledge in marketing, sales, education, fundraising events, and nonprofit leadership. Prior to her career in nonprofits, Alyssa had a 10-year career in elementary education. Alyssa received her degree in Education and Family Health and Wellness from Ball State University.
Lia Reich
Advocacy Director
Lia joined kNot Today in August 2021. The eldest daughter of kNot Today founders Frank and Linda Reich, Lia brings 10 years of corporate experience in business development, entrepreneurship, and marketing to the team. Lia works closely with the Executive Director to design and implement organizational strategy, create campaigns that support awareness and growth for the issue, identify new partners, and expand the work of kNot Today to new communities. Lia received her degree in journalism from the University of Maryland.
Emma Marsh
Director of Programs and Operations
Emma joined kNot today in June 2021. A native of Indianapolis, Emma received her degree in human services from Purdue University. Before joining the kNot Today team, Emma worked in luxury sales where she gained experience in sales, event management, operations, and customer service. Reporting to the executive director, Emma is responsible for implementing kNot Today programs in the categories of awareness, prevention, and restoration.
THE MANAGING PILLARS
Board of Directors
Linda Reich
President and, Co-Chair, kNot Today
Frank Reich
Vice President and Co-Chair
Sean Clapp
Clapp Ferrucci Practice
Moriag McCarthy
Volunteer (Treasurer)
Steve Campbell
VP of Communications, Indianapolis Colts
Megan Pace
Corporate Affairs Executive
Dr. Jon Jansen
Community Health Network
Dr. Noel Jansen
Corporate Affairs Executive
Christi Wolf
Former kNot Today COO
James Payne
CEO, Halo Concierge
Dave Browne
Director/CEO Various Organizations (Board Vice Chair)
Bill McCarthy
CEO Compass Construction (Board Secretary)
Dr. Holly Robinson
Eli Lilly and Co/IU Health and School of Medicine, Sr. Medical Advisor/ Pediatrician
in Child Abuse Pediatrics
Nicole Grove
Supply Chain, Engineering and Logistics Executive
Tamera Green
CCO, Tepper Sports & Entertainment
WHAT’S NEW WITH US
Our Recent Blogs
Blog
Giving Tuesday 2023: Tied to One Mission
01st Nov, 2023
kNot
Through the generosity of hundreds of people just like you, kNot Today has had the honor of working hard to…
Blog
Prevention Education Pilot Program for North Carolina Child Advocacy Centers
10th Aug, 2023
kNot
Prevention Education Pilot Program - Calling North Carolina Child Advocacy Centers! As you know, North Carolina law requires school personnel…
Blog
Giving Tuesday 2022: Play Your Part
31st Oct, 2022
EmmaKT
This Giving Tuesday, you have the opportunity to Play Your Part in ending child sexual abuse, exploitation and trafficking. Whether…
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Contact Us
Location
147 Washington Pointe Dr. Suite A
Indianapolis, IN 46229
Contact number
Call +1 317-755-3914
Text ‘KNOT’ to 833-686-5668