how it all began
A Friendship that Started a Movement
Millie, Patricia & the Children Who Sparked It All
In 1998, Patricia Scelza-Jones met Millie in an operating room where they were both working—Millie, an elderly powerhouse with grit and grace, and Patricia, a rising force in medical device sales. The two women quickly formed a bond—but nothing could prepare them for what came next.
Millie suddenly found herself raising her five great-grandchildren alone after both her daughter and granddaughter were incarcerated. To keep the children out of foster care, she quit her job without hesitation.
No fanfare. Just the kind of fierce love that saves a family.
Patricia couldn’t just stand by. She answered the quiet call. She watched the kids on weekends so Millie could rest, helped with rent and groceries, and slowly built something beautiful: trust, joy, and hope.
The kids lit up her world. And she realized—this wasn’t just one family’s story. It was the story of so many caregivers and children silently slipping through the cracks, longing to feel seen, safe, and supported.
So, she rallied her friends. And with heart and purpose, a village formed.
That spark of generosity turned into a movement. And from that movement, the P.S. I Love You Foundation was born—with one mission: to teach emotional resilience, self-worth, and connection to the kids who need it most.
Because when love leads, everything changes. ❤️
When An Act of Love Became a Mission
What started as a simple act of love—teaching a few students how to recognize their worth—has grown into a movement impacting over 1,000 youth every year across Southern California. Today, P.S. I Love You Foundation equips kids with the tools they need to rise: emotional resilience, empathy, communication, leadership, and self-worth.
We meet students right where they are—often in vulnerable communities where adversity is a daily reality. Through our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs, we teach what textbooks can’t: how to bounce back. How to believe in yourself. How to become the kind of leader this world needs.
Because when kids understand their value, everything changes.
Meet The Team
Patricia Jones
Founder
Wife. Mother. Grandmother. Founder. Fierce believer in the power of love to change lives. Patricia Scelza-Jones is the founder of the P.S. I Love You Foundation and a lifelong advocate for the emotional well-being of at-risk youth. With a 23-year legacy of service through PSILYF and a 20-year career as a respected Realtor with Coldwell Banker, Patricia blends heart, hustle, and hope into everything she touches. Her credentials include: Founder, P.S. I Love You Foundation (1998–present) Realtor, Coldwell Banker (2002–present) Author, Love4Life Social and Emotional Education Series Certified Diversity Professional CBEST Certified Educator Foster Youth Advocate & Educational Rights Holder Corporate Resilience Trainer & Workshop Facilitator Patricia is driven by one core belief: that every child deserves to feel loved, valued, and capable of achieving greatness. Under her leadership, PSILYF has grown into a grassroots nonprofit reaching more than 1,200 youth annually across Southern California, North Carolina, and Haiti—delivering life-changing Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programs that build confidence, character, and emotional resilience. Often called upon as a speaker and motivator, Patricia empowers both children and adults with a simple, lasting message: Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react. A healthy life begins with what we think, feel, say, and do—to ourselves and to others. Her motto? Life gets better with POSITUDE.
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Angie Bortolotti
Strategic Advisor
& 20+ Year Volunteer
Connector. Creator. Changemaker. As a natural-born connector with a passion for innovation, I’ve spent the last 25+ years building bridges—between people, industries, and ideas—with one goal in mind: meaningful impact. From producing television, working on films and promos to formulating beauty and wellness products, from spearheading partner marketing campaigns to launching groundbreaking health initiatives, I specialize in unlocking opportunities through strategy, creativity, and collaboration. I’m the founder of Inspired WellCare, LLC, where I’m focused on reimagining healthcare and longevity through programs and products that address America’s growing wellness crisis. This includes developing and launching platforms and products that optimize wellness. My work is fueled by the belief that everything great happens through real relationships and intentional connection. Over the years, I’ve partnered with world-class business leaders, celebrities, scientists, and startups—always with a human-first approach rooted in emotional intelligence, resilience, and results. My ability to think differently—and execute effectively—comes from a dynamic background in video production, product innovation, regenerative medicine, and brand development. I’ve proudly volunteered for 20+ years with the P.S. I Love You Foundation, helping bring emotional resilience programs to over 1,200 vulnerable children each year. Giving back is in my DNA. 🧬 2025 Highlight: Co-Producer of my first feature documentary on regenerative medicine with Global Science Productions—a bold step in connecting science with the stories that need to be told. Based in the South Bay of Los Angeles, I’m a WSU alum, a horse-obsessed North Idaho farm girl at heart, wife to a “from Italy” Italian, and proud mom of two - and our furry and feathered kids. Let’s create something powerful together for the children who need it most!
Briana Ahn
Program Director
Yoga123
A dedicated yoga teacher, mother of two, Briana is the Yoga Director at the P.S. I Love You Foundation, where she passionately teaches yoga to children through the foundation’s Yoga123 program. With over 10 years of experience in yoga, Briana holds a 500-hr RYT certificate from The Soul of Yoga in Encinitas, CA. At the foundation, Briana combines her love for yoga with social-emotional learning, helping children develop resilience, self-awareness, and emotional regulation through the practice. Known for creating a warm and supportive environment, Briana inspires her students to deepen their understanding of yoga while fostering personal growth. Her commitment to sharing the transformative power of yoga has made a lasting impact on the lives of countless young individuals.
What's in a name? Everything
Growing up, Patricia’s mother would write “P.S. I Love You” on the lunch bags of her three daughters—a simple, tender reminder that they were loved, no matter what the day brought. It was a small gesture that carried big meaning.
On the hardest days, it was hope. On the good ones, it was joy.
That quiet tradition became the heartbeat of something bigger.
Today, the P.S. I Love You Foundation carries that message forward—spreading love, resilience, and connection to children who need it most. Named in loving memory of Patricia’s mother, it stands as her lasting love letter to the world—one that continues to grow, one child at a time.
Because sometimes, the smallest Gestures leave the biggest impact. 💌
