Schaefer Institute

Life Advice for Children to Young Adults

Non-Profit Organization Celebrating
Over 30 Years
of Giving

We’ve been doing this since 1993. We’re a 100% volunteer-run non-profit creating straightforward, highly-rated educational programs and backup resources for homes and schools. We cut straight to the real issues, needs, and pressures facing kids and young adults today.

As parents, we all want our kids to thrive—in their relationships, their education, and their careers. But to get them there, we have to equip them with the actual tools and mental roadmap needed to navigate a chaotic world, along with the unfair, toxic, or unsafe situations they’re bound to encounter.

We don’t lecture, preach, or micromanage. We just deliver practical, potentially life-saving guidance.

Thanks for stopping by.

Bob Schaefer

Founder

Bob's Biography

Christine Schaefer Haggerty

Chairman

Christine's Biography

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Once you have seen the scope of our programs, we are sure you will agree that they are of vital importance to children and young adults.

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Access our Programs

Contact us to gain access to our educational programming for your school or organization. Most of our programs are available at no cost due the generous support of many.

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Our People & Grants

Get to know the people behind our mission and some of the individuals who have directly benefit from our programs.

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We are thankful to have earned the support of so many.

Once you have seen the scope of our programs, you’ll see why they’re absolutely essential for kids and young adults today.

Our Pledge Since 1993: ZERO Admin Costs.

  • We don’t take salaries.
  • 100% of  your donation goes straight to the mission.
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Testimonials

"We commend you for your fine work... the programs are comprehensive and well organized...clearly presented and appropriate for a wide-ranging audience, including educators and parents."
U.S. Department of Education
"Your programs were reviewed and found to be scientifically accurate... you are to be congratulated on developing these important products."
National Clearing House for Drug & Alcohol Administration U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services
“…excellent programs that will be an asset to all of our schools statewide… we are proud to give the programs our highest recommendation.”
Florida Catholic Conference
"The Target Drugs programs are very impressive, most notably the comprehensive interactive DVD."
Catholic Diocese of Salt Lake City Schools
"We successfully implemented your program into our education curriculum. Our next important step is to provide our members' families with this much needed information."
Boys and Girls Clubs of America
"Your programs are appropriate for use in Florida Schools."
Florida Office of Drug Control

Who Supports Us

We couldn't do this alone! Proudly supported by:

Our Programs

Smart Safety Strategies for the Real World

Our goal is to shift how young adults think about their own safety. We provide realistic, proven strategies to help them spot red flags, trust their gut, and avoid dangerous situations before they escalate.

Our Drug Education Inititative

Nationally recognized for delivering drug education that actually works. We focus on real awareness and practical avoidance strategies, not scare tactics.

Our kids' programs are built from the ground up with law enforcement, counselors, psychologists, and educators. They’re specifically designed to keep kids engaged while delivering critical safety skills.