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Matthew Peyser passed away from substance use disorder in July 2017. His parents keep his memory alive through an annual event.
November 20, 2025
College can be overwhelming for students in recovery or those seeking recovery from substance use disorders, especially with increased access to alcohol and other drugs, which are staples on college campuses. Pair this with increased stress, anxiety and depression, and you could have a recipe for disaster. But with the right support, it doesn’t have to be that way.
“For the entirety of my college career, the CRC has been there for me to support every part of my recovery journey. I would not be the person I am today without this organization”
The Jamie Daniels Foundation is committed to empowering college students in recovery by funding collegiate recovery program across the state of Michigan.
These programs:
We actively fund 11 colleges and universities in Michigan. Support is tailored to the needs of each university. Initiatives include:
Matthew Peyser passed away from substance use disorder in July 2017. His parents keep his memory alive through an annual event.
How Jeff and Pam Curran’s loss led them to support the Jamie Daniels Foundation.
Students in Michigan State University’s Collegiate Recovery Community share their appreciation for the Jamie Daniels Foundation and its collegiate recovery efforts.