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Opening Minds Saving Lives

At Jana Marie Foundation, we envision communities working together to knock down walls and transform emotional distress into resilience and hope.

Through the power of dialogue and creative expression, we spark conversations, build connections, and promote mental well-being among young people and their communities.

Youth
Parents
Educators
Adults

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Our programs and events raise awareness, inspire hope, and cultivate the skills and values that promote mental well-being.

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Mental Health Emergency?

If you are experiencing an emergency please call 911 or call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, 988. The Jana Marie Foundation is not a counseling agency.

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Featured Programs

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Explore Summer Camp

Rising 6th - 12th grade students
Providing students a fun, interactive journey that enhances connection with self and others through creative techniques, games, and services.
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Explore Jr. Summer Camp

Rising 4th & 5th-grade students
Providing students a fun, interactive journey that enhances connection with self and others through creative techniques, games, and services.
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Side-By-Side

Young women (grades 6-8) and their parents or caregivers.
Exploring parent-daughter relationship through creative expression, engaging activities, and a variety of communication tools.
Learn More About Side-By-Side
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Upcoming Events

KNOW Book Club

February 2, 2026
4:30 pm
Jana Marie Foundation
KNOW Book Club provides an opportunity for self-discovery and self-reflection through vibrant discussions surrounding relevant youth books. This space creates connections, builds community, and gives the readers a chance to think on their own mental ...
Learn more about KNOW Book Club

Grow

February 2, 2026
5:30 pm
Jana Marie Foundation
Jana Marie Foundation’s GROW program is designed to spark conversations about mental wellness and personal growth to students in grades 4 and 5. Through the use of children’s books and engaging activities, the sessions will share themes and messages ...
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Teen Mental Health First Aid : Tussey Mountain High School

February 3, 2026
10:30 am
**Closed to the Public**   An in person, evidence-based training that teaches teens in grades 9-12, how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in their friends and peers. The training gives te...
Learn more about Teen Mental Health First Aid : Tussey Mountain High School
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Expanding our Horizons

Annual Dinner and Silent Auction

Join us on March 26, 2026 at The Shop in Zion as we reflect on the past year of opening minds and saving lives.

The evening will feature dinner, silent auction, live music, inspirational speakers, and interactive stations encouraging creative expression. 

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Learn with Us

We provide curricular materials for educators and deliver training to help teachers, parents, and caring adults promote mental wellness in their schools.

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Resources

Learn about resources from Jana Marie Foundation and other organizations across the county, the state, and the country.

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Virtual Calming Room

A place for students, teachers, and caring adults to find tools and strategies for managing emotions and building resilience.

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Support the Jana Marie Foundation

Since our incorporation in 2012, a community of volunteers and donors have made our work possible. Join us as we strive to open minds and save lives.

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Annual Campaign

Donating to Jana Marie Foundation’s annual appeal is vital because it directly supports essential mental health programs and initiatives that promote awareness, understanding, and healing in our community.
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Legacy of Hope

Making a tribute gift to Jana Marie Foundation is a meaningful way to honor a loved one while supporting awareness and education.
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Touchstone Circle Member

Touchstone Circle members provide sustained financial support that empowers the Jana Marie Foundation to deliver essential mental health programs, resources, and educational initiatives. Their contributions ensure that we can continue our mission to promote understanding and reduce stigma surrounding mental health.
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