Alyssa’s Light
Hope. Healing. Advocacy.
Home of Alyssa’s Youth Concussion and Mental Health Protection Act
(Alyssa’s Act)
From Colorado law to national change.
Alyssa’s Light helped advance this legislation in memory of Alyssa Peterson to strengthen the connection between concussion education and youth mental health. Now, our work is focused on building on Colorado’s law as a model for advancing concussion education and youth mental health awareness nationwide.
The Light Behind Our Mission
Alyssa loved soccer and found joy, friendship, and confidence through sports.
Athlete
Whether skiing, exploring, or trying something new, Alyssa embraced life with energy and curiosity.
Adventurer
Alyssa's kindness, smile, and spirit continue to inspire our work today.
Friend, Daughter, Sister
About Alyssa's Light
Alyssa’s Light was created in memory of Alyssa Peterson to bring hope, healing, and advocacy to young people and families. Our work led to Alyssa’s Youth Concussion and Mental Health Protection Act (Alyssa’s Act), first passed in Colorado, which connects concussion education with youth mental health awareness.
Following Alyssa’s death in 2019 after experiencing multiple concussions, our family began searching for answers about the connection between brain health and mental health. What began as a personal journey has grown into a mission focused on advocacy, education, community engagement, and support for families.
Today, Alyssa’s Light is working to make Alyssa’s Act a model for youth concussion and mental health policy across the country. Through partnerships with healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, lawmakers, and community leaders, we also provide education, family resources, and community programs that help young people thrive.