2026-27 YOUTH AND FAMILY EMPOWERMENT BOOK TOUR
LIFE IS A BATTLE AND WE WILL WIN
An international movement bringing stories of hope, resilience, and practical tools for mental wellness into the hands of 50,000 youth and young adults.
50,000 BOOKS TO DISTRIBUTE
12+ TOUR STOPS
16+ COAUTHORS
130K COMBINED SOCIAL REACH
OUR MISSION
A BOOK SERIES. A MOVEMENT. A NATIONAL CALL TO UPLIFT THE NEXT GENERATION.
We believe every young person deserves to know they are not alone, their story is not over, and they have the strength to keep going. Through live author events, bulk book distributions, youth-centered activities, and community partnerships, we are creating safe, joyful spaces that strengthen mental wellness, resilience, purpose, and hope.
Life may be a battle, but with support, faith, resilience, community, and the right tools, we will win.
OUR GOAL: PUT 50,000 BOOKS INTO THE HANDS AND HEARTS OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY.
Special Thank you to our tour sponsors and partners.................
Meet the Founder
DR. JASMINE “DR. JAZ” ZAPATA, MD, MPH.
Board-Certified Pediatrician, Preventive Medicine Physician, Award-Winning Author, and Youth Empowerment Leader.
While training as a pediatrician, Dr. Jaz cared for children and teens after suicide attempts. That experience strengthened her call to reach young people earlier and remind them that they have purpose, their lives are worth it, and they are loved and supported.
Over the past decade, she has spread messages of hope, strength, and resilience through schools, universities, YMCAs, Boys & Girls Clubs, community centers, churches, and youth-serving organizations. Her prior books and curricula have been translated into Swahili and Korean.
“Together, we can create safe, joyful, uplifting spaces where young people are reminded that they matter.” Dr Jaz
BOOK SERIES
BOOKS THAT TURN BATTLES INTO BREAKTHROUGHS.
VOLUME I: LIFE IS A BATTLE AND WE WILL WIN- 7 Interactive Activities to help you win in the boxing match of life
Seven interactive boxing-match inspired rounds help youth build resilience, self-efficacy, and positive decision-making. Each chapter offers relatable stories, reflection questions, and practical tools that make mental wellness and goal setting feel accessible, exciting, and real.
Volume II: NEW 2026 RELEASE: STORIES OF HOPE AND RESILIENCE
Intergenerational stories of overcoming hard obstacles remind youth that no battle must be fought alone. Reflection prompts, games, activities, and mental health encouragement invite readers to process their own journeys, connect with trusted adults, and celebrate every small win along the way.
Intergenerational Impact
Meet the CoAuthors
Dr. Zapata has now partnered with a host of phenomenal educators, physicians, parents, grandparents, youth mentors, therapists, juvenile justice criminal defense attorneys, and youth authors from across the country to create ...Life is a Battle and We Will Win (Vol II) : Stories of Hope and Resilience. Geared toward youth and young adults this book includes.... Personal stories of courage and perseverance, youth spotlights, encouragement for mental health, self worth and resilience, reflection prompts, interactive activities, practical wisdom youth and young adults can apply right away, a reminder that no battle has to be fought alone and more! This is a meaningful resource for classrooms, families, youth groups, mentoring program, school districts, universities, and youth serving organizations. conversations, and healing-centered spaces.
TOUR EXPERIENCE
HOPE COMES ALIVE IN EVERY CITY.
Each coauthor will host an event in their city, and additional cities will be added through invitations, partnerships, and sponsorships. Together, we create local celebrations with national impact.
AUTHOR EXPERIENCES
Book signings, youth talks and panels, Q&A sessions, and live readings that invite young people to see themselves in the stories and imagine new possibilities.
FAMILY CONNECTION
Family activities, conversations, and reflection moments help parents, caregivers, and trusted adults connect with youth around mental wellness, purpose, and hope.
JOY AND EMPOWERMENT
Music, games, prizes, and bulk book giveaways create a festival-style atmosphere where youth feel seen, celebrated, and energized to keep going.
FEATURED CELEBRITY TOUR GUEST
SHAR JACKSON.
-Shar Jackson is an actress, director, author, entrepreneur, philanthropist, gamer, and proud mom. She is best known as Niecy Jackson on the hit television show Moesha and for roles in Good Burger, Love & Basketball, and other popular shows and movies. Beyond entertainment, Shar is a passionate advocate for youth, mental wellness, and creativity. Through her book Level Up, she reminds young people that they are powerful, loved, and equipped to win at the game of life.
-We are thrilled to announce that Shar Jackson will be joining us on tour as a celebrity guest and will be speaking about her new youth mental health book- Level Up!
Shar also wrote the foreword to our Life is a Battle and We Will Win Book and we are exited to partner together to impact lives!
“You are powerful. You are loved. You have what it takes to win.” Shar Jackson
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
TURN A BOOK INTO A NATIONAL IMPACT MOVEMENT.
Every sponsorship includes a bulk book order. Receive the books to distribute through your own network, or have our team distribute them on your behalf during the tour.
HOPE SPONSOR
$500 | 25 books
Perfect for individuals, small businesses, or community champions who want to seed hope in one local school, team, or youth program.
EMPOWERMENT SPONSOR
$2,500 | 125 books
Support a larger youth-serving organization, school, or community event with books, visibility, and a meaningful presence for your brand.
RESILIENCE SPONSOR
$5,000 | 250 books
Make a significant impact in multiple programs or events and help under-resource youth-serving partners access transformational resources.
COMMUNITY PARTNER SPONSOR
$10,000 | 500 books
Partner with us to co-host a flagship city event, expand reach across multiple youth organizations, and be highlighted as a leading community partner throughout the tour.
NATIONAL IMPACT SPONSOR
$25,000 | 1,250 books
Power a multi-city stretch of the tour with books, visibility, and collaborative storytelling opportunities that amplify your organization’s commitment to youth mental wellness.
NATIONAL ELITE SPONSOR
$50,000 | 2,500 books
Help anchor the tour’s national footprint with a strong book presence, brand storytelling, and opportunities to co-create custom moments for youth and families.
PREMIER NATIONAL CHAMPION SPONSOR
$100,000 | 5,000 books
Stand as a premier national champion for youth and family empowerment with prominent recognition, strategic storytelling, and customized activations across the tour.
MORE WAYS TO PARTNER
BUILD A PARTNERSHIP THAT FITS YOUR IMPACT GOALS.
SELECT A SPONSORSHIP
Choose a sponsorship level that aligns with your budget and impact goals. We will help you match your books with youth, families, schools, or programs in your community or across the country.
MAKE A CONNECTION
Introduce us to venues, schools, youth programs, or networks that would benefit from hosting a tour stop or receiving books. Warm connections open doors for deeper, longer-lasting impact.
GIVE IN-KIND SUPPORT
Contribute venues, food, travel support, printing, media, gifts, or youth activities. In-kind partners help create safe, joyful environments that make each stop feel like a celebration.
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.
Who should partner?
Schools, youth-serving organizations, faith communities, nonprofits, businesses, philanthropists, and community leaders who care about youth mental wellness, family connection, and hope-filled storytelling are ideal partners. If you serve or support youth and families, there is a way for you to plug in.
What happens to the books?
Books are distributed directly to youth and young adults through tour events, school and community partners, youth-serving programs, and strategic bulk distributions. Sponsors can choose to receive books to share through their own networks, or have our team distribute books on their behalf to aligned partners.
Can sponsorships be customized?
Yes. While the sponsorship levels on this page provide a clear framework, we are happy to explore customized partnerships, multi-year collaborations, and creative activations that align with your mission, brand, and budget.
Are sponsorships charitable donations?
Motivational M.D. Enterprises, LLC sponsorships are marketing and promotional partnerships, not charitable donations. A qualified nonprofit partner may be available upon request for certain collaborations. Sponsors should consult their tax advisor to determine how any sponsorship or partnership may be treated for tax purposes.
HELP 50,000 YOUNG PEOPLE BELIEVE: LIFE IS A BATTLE AND WE WILL WIN.
Partner with us to bring messages of hope, resilience, and mental wellness to youth and families across the country.
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