Suicide Prevention Rally Centre County Courthouse Noon - 12:30pm   Please join the Centre County Suicide Prevention Task Force as they raise awareness for Suicide Prevention and Mental Wellness. There […]

Please Join Jana Marie Foundation at the State College Spikes Game! Wednesday, September 6 Gates Open at 6pm, Game Starts at 7pm.   Please use #JMF when purchasing tickets. $3 […]

On Monday, September 11 at 7 pm, three experts will discuss important themes in the work, including family dynamics, sexual orientation, LBGTQ issues, and suicide. The cast of FUN HOME […]

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths. In this five part series we will look at the 'elephants' that exist within ourselves and within the community and have the option to share in a safe class environment and/or in a public reading of original work on the final day. Throughout our time, we'll explore several types of poetry and poets past and contemporary as we delve deeper into our familiar favorites and gently challenge each other to try something new. We will learn, we will grow, above all, we will strive to have a lot of fun!

"Ask A Question, Save A Life." Like CPR, QPR is a simple process that anyone can be trained to use to help save the lives of a person who is […]

Technology drives our world, and for young people, it often shapes their world. Yet, teen cell phone usage continues to make headlines, from cyber bullying, to sexting, to possible effects […]

A young person you know could be experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can help them. You are more likely to encounter someone — friend, family member, student, neighbor, or […]

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths. In this five part series we will look at the 'elephants' that exist within ourselves and within the community and have the option to share in a safe class environment and/or in a public reading of original work on the final day. Throughout our time, we'll explore several types of poetry and poets past and contemporary as we delve deeper into our familiar favorites and gently challenge each other to try something new. We will learn, we will grow, above all, we will strive to have a lot of fun!

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths. In this five part series we will look at the 'elephants' that exist within ourselves and within the community and have the option to share in a safe class environment and/or in a public reading of original work on the final day. Throughout our time, we'll explore several types of poetry and poets past and contemporary as we delve deeper into our familiar favorites and gently challenge each other to try something new. We will learn, we will grow, above all, we will strive to have a lot of fun!

Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative thinking and mental well-being by expressing yourself in this unique, hands-on, experiential program. Each class will focus on a different theme that allows participants to creatively refelct on their past, envision their future, and appreciate their present.

For Teens, ages 11-17 October 3 - November 14 5pm-7pm State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative thinking […]

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, October 3 - November 14 5pm-7pm State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative […]

Release Your Inner Superpowers! Grades 6 – 8 October 14, 2017 Park Forest Middle School 8:45am – 2:45pm   These one-day interactive events will allow young women across Centre County to […]

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths. In this five part series we will look at the 'elephants' that exist within ourselves and within the community and have the option to share in a safe class environment and/or in a public reading of original work on the final day. Throughout our time, we'll explore several types of poetry and poets past and contemporary as we delve deeper into our familiar favorites and gently challenge each other to try something new. We will learn, we will grow, above all, we will strive to have a lot of fun!

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, October 3 - November 14 5pm-7pm State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative […]

Parents and caregivers of teenagers need to have the most up-to-date information about drug and alcohol use in the community. Join us for an information session including drug and alcohol […]

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths. In this five part series we will look at the 'elephants' that exist within ourselves and within the community and have the option to share in a safe class environment and/or in a public reading of original work on the final day. Throughout our time, we'll explore several types of poetry and poets past and contemporary as we delve deeper into our familiar favorites and gently challenge each other to try something new. We will learn, we will grow, above all, we will strive to have a lot of fun!

For Teens, ages 11-17 October 3 – November 14 5pm-7pm State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative thinking […]

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, October 3 – November 14 5pm-7pm State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative […]

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, October 3 – November 14 5pm-7pm State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative […]

You are more likely to encounter someone in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches a 5-step action plan to […]

You are more likely to encounter someone in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches a 5-step action plan to […]

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, January 23 - February 27 State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative thinking […]

From the language Kilivila, spoken near Papua New Guinea, mokita means “a known truth that is left unspoken.” Think of it as, “the elephant in the room.” These brown bag […]

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, January 23 - February 27 State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative thinking […]

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, January 23 - February 27 State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative thinking […]

Come celebrate and explore your mother-daughter relationship! Through creative expression, engaging activities and a variety of communication tools that emphasize the magic of connection, participants will have the opportunity to […]

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, January 23 - February 27 State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative thinking […]

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, January 23 - February 27 State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative thinking […]

Tuesday, February 20, 2018: Personal Finance: Raising Money-Smart Kids presented by Jeff Kissell, Rodney Thompson & David Williams, Personal Finance Teachers, State College Area HIgh School.   The mission of the […]

Help save a life. This course is taught in a clear, concise format using the latest in educational technology and practices. KEY COMPONENTS COVERED IN TRAINING: How to Question, Persuade […]

From the language Kilivila, spoken near Papua New Guinea, mokita means “a known truth that is left unspoken.” Think of it as, “the elephant in the room.” These brown bag luncheon discussions will address some of the elephants among us, critical social concerns that impact the mental well-being of our residents and the development of our community. Each Mokita(TM) Dialogue session will include presentations, group discussions, activities, and opportunities for follow-up and action.

Take a night off of cooking!  Home D Pizzeria is donating 10% of food sales to Jana Marie Foundation.  Eat a delicious meal while supporting a great cause!

For Teens, ages 11-17 Tuesdays, January 23 - February 27 State College YMCA Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness. Expand your creative thinking […]

On Friday, March 16, 2018 Jana Marie Foundation’s annual dinner and silent auctionreturns to Mountain View Country Club. The Time is Now to join us at this unique and fun […]

Tuesday, March 20, 2018: Creating a Mental Health Safety Net Panel Discussion led by Jeanne Knouse, SCASD Director of Student Services The mission of the Straight Talk Task Force: We strive to […]

From the language Kilivila, spoken near Papua New Guinea, mokita means “a known truth that is left unspoken.” Think of it as, “the elephant in the room.” These brown bag […]

You are more likely to encounter someone — friend, family member, student, neighbor, or member of the community — in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack. Youth […]

Finding Your North Star Wellness Forum for Young Women in Grades 6-12 This one-day interactive events will allow young women across Centre County to build personal strength and self-confidence to […]

Ignite! Program For Young Men in Grades 5-8 Our Ignite! program will immerse participants in engaging activities and experiences that promote mental and physical wellness and will assist young men […]

Tuesday, April 17, 2018: Bias, Bullying & Bystanders presented by Dr. Seria Chatters, Ph.D., PSU Counselor Education The mission of the Straight Talk Task Force: We strive to raise our children to […]

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the […]

From the language Kilivila, spoken near Papua New Guinea, mokita means “a known truth that is left unspoken.” Think of it as, “the elephant in the room.” These brown bag […]

Cheers to Art Fundraising Night for Jana Marie Foundation Arena Bar & Grill 1521 Martin Street State College PA 16801 Looking for a creative and fun activity? Look No further. […]

  Jana Marie Foundation Presents JAM Fest 2018! Come listen to live music and explore creative activities and experiences in downtown State College on Saturday, May 12 from 12pm – […]

The adult Mental Health First Aid course is appropriate for anyone 18 years and older who wants to learn how to help a person who may be experiencing a mental […]

From the language Kilivila, spoken near Papua New Guinea, mokita means “a known truth that is left unspoken.” Think of it as, “the elephant in the room.” These brown bag […]

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help […]

Jana Marie Foundation will once again participate in Art with a Heart! Stop by Calvary Church on July 14 and 15 to purchase artwork from local artists and support Jana […]

Jana Marie Foundation has teamed up with the Centre Daily Times and New Leaf Initiative to host a series of community conversations called Mokita™ Dialogues. The purpose behind these community […]

The Mokita(R) Cafe fosters creative and collaborative thinking to enhance the mental well-being and development of our community. Please join Jana Marie Foundation for dinner and an honest, friendly, and […]

Jana Marie Foundation has teamed up with the Centre Daily Times and New Leaf Initiative to host a series of community conversations called Mokita™ Dialogues. The purpose behind these community […]

QPR Gatekeeper Training QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in […]

Jana Marie Foundation is excited to once again partner with the Lady Lion's Basketball Team for the 2nd annual LeadHERship Academy! This one day event is for young women in […]

Centre County Suicide Prevention Task Force will host it's 3rd annual suicide prevention rally at the Centre County Courthouse on Tuesday, September 4th from 12pm - 12:30pm. Please join us […]

The Alternative Christmas Fair is an annual event organized by UBBC in State College, PA, which gives local and national charities the opportunity to raise funds in a group setting, and visitors to the Fair the chance to learn about those charities.

This 8 hour course provides a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to youth showing signs of mental illness or crisis.

Mokita Dialogues allow community members to come together and talk for a change.  These discussions not only highlight topics of vital concern- elephants in the room – but also provide […]

The Field Gives Back to Jana Marie Foundation! Take the night off of cooking and enjoy a night out. A portion of sales will be donated to Jana Marie Foundation

Mokita® Dialogues allow community members to come together and talk for a change.  These discussions not only highlight topics of vital concern- elephants in the room – but also provide […]

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the […]

During this Straight Talk Session, Marisa Vicere and Ali Turley from Jana Marie Foundation will discuss how to engage our youth in important conversations about mental wellness and suicide prevention.

A Private QPR Session for SCASD.  Please email info@janamariefoundation.org to learn how you can bring QPR to your organization or business.

On Wednesday, January 23, Jana Marie Foundation will bring Jordan to State College High School and the Delta Program to talk about his story and journey of recovery.

Mokita® Dialogues allow community members to come together and talk for a change.  These discussions not only highlight topics of vital concern- elephants in the room – but also provide […]

Ask A Question, Save A Life.” Like CPR, QPR is a simple process that anyone can be trained to use to help save the lives of a person who is in crisis.

During the training, participants will learn the warning signs of suicide and how to respond. Advanced registration requested.

Come celebrate and explore your mother-daughter relationship! Through creative expression, engaging activities, and a variety of communication tools that emphasize the magic of connection, participants will have the opportunity to […]

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the […]

Penn State CRC and Jana Marie Foundation bring you a production of Chicago-based actor Jack Schultz' one man play "I'm falling in love all the time." The subject matter explores […]

Mokita® Café with Jana Marie FoundationThe Power of the ArtsThe Willows Dining Room at Juniper Village 1930 Cliffside Dr, State College Jana Marie Foundation is excited to host our 2nd Mokita® […]

Offering young women a time for self-reflection, expression through art, and connectivity to other students and local community.

Facilitated by Paul McCormick and John Aston, this Straight Talk session will take a look at healthy ways to engage with social media and how parents and caring adults can […]

This 8 hour course provides you with a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to youth showing signs of mental illness or crisis.  This course is sponsored by Mount […]

This 8 hour course provides you with a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to youth showing signs of mental illness or crisis.  This course is sponsored by Mount […]

Offering young women a time for self-reflection, expression through art, and connectivity to other students and local community.

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the […]

Mokita® Dialogues allow community members to come together and talk for a change.  These discussions not only highlight topics of vital concern- elephants in the room – but also provide […]

Offering young women a time for self-reflection, expression through art, and connectivity to other students and local community.

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths. In this five part series we will look at the ‘elephants’ that exist within ourselves and within the community and […]

A Parent/Teen Program Parenting a teenager can be tough work and being a teenager isn’t always easy. All families can benefit from time together to connect, communicate, and contribute to […]

On Friday, March 15, 2019 Jana Marie Foundation’s annual dinner, “A Night to Remember, A Cause to Believe In,” returns to State College. This year’s theme, “A Tale to Tell,” will focus on […]

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths. In this five part series we will look at the ‘elephants’ that exist within ourselves and within the community and […]

Dr. Sheri Berenbaum, professor of Psychology and Pediatrics, will facilitate this Straight Talk Session focused on Adolescence and Gender.

A Parent/Teen Program Parenting a teenager can be tough work and being a teenager isn’t always easy. All families can benefit from time together to connect, communicate, and contribute to […]

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths. In this five part series we will look at the ‘elephants’ that exist within ourselves and within the community and […]