Virtual Public QPR Training
2025-04-08 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-04-22 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-07 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-05-19 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | PA
Virtual suicide prevention 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 CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor.
KEY COMPONENTS COVERED IN TRAINING:

How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be suicidal
How to get help for yourself or learn more about preventing suicide
The common causes of suicidal behavior
The warning signs of suicide
How to get help for someone in crisis

Free to attend. Pre-registration is required: janamariefoundation.org/take-a-course
Generously sponsored by Mount Nittany Health

Youth Mental Health First Aid
2025-04-09 09:15 - 15:00 | PA
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 an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people.
The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.
This course is being offered at no cost in the blended format. The instructor-led portion will take place on April 9, 2025 from 9:15am – 3pm. Prior to the start of the instructor-led portion, the participant will need to complete a self-paced introduction virtually, which usually takes about 2 hours.
To register for this course, please email info@janamariefoundation.org

Compassion Resilience for Parents and Caregivers
2025-04-10 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-04-17 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-04-24 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-05-01 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-05-08 12:00 - 13:30 | Jana Marie Foundation, 432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Suite 3, State College, PA, 16801, United States
During Compassion Resilience we will explore the role of compassion in parenting, especially how to build compassion resilience in the face of the inevitable fatigue that comes from round-the-clock caregiving and care taking.

CALM Training
2025-04-11 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-05-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom
CALM is a practical intervention to increase the time and distance between individuals at risk of suicide and the most common and lethal methods of suicide, particularly firearms. The oldest and most widely-used training on lethal means safety, CALM teaches why means matter and equips individuals with tools to intervene effectively with those at risk for suicide both upstream – before a crisis hits – as well as in times of crisis. Versions are available for both clinicians and non-clinicians.

SHINE Club
2025-04-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-04-28 17:30 - 18:30 | PA
Through hands-on activities and discussions Jana Marie Foundation’s Shine Club provides practical tools and techniques for building resiliency and self-confidence in middle school-aged girls & nonbinary students. Participants are given opportunities to use their voice, follow their passions, and believe in themselves for the amazing young people that they are. Each session provides a space for conversations and connection and offers a time for self-reflection and expression through art and games.

CommuniTEA
2025-04-25 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Jana Marie Foundation, 432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Suite 3, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Come take a tour of our new space, meet our passionate team, and learn about the meaningful ways we’re working to build a more connected, hopeful, and resilient community. Whether you’re familiar with our mission or just curious to learn more, we’d love to see you there!
Bring a friend, enjoy a cuppa, and let’s inspire hope together, one story at a time. We hope to see you soon.

Online Auction: Mental Health Matters
2025-05-01 08:00 - 2025-05-19 19:00 | PA
Join Jana Marie Foundation for an online auction where every bid makes a difference. Featuring a wide array of unique items, experiences, and local treasures, this event directly supports our mission to empower young people, spark conversations, and promote mental well-being in our communities. Whether you’re bidding on artwork or special gifts, your participation helps fund vital programs focused on mental health education, creative expression, and connection. Together, we can open minds and save lives.
Mental Health Matters

Pittsburgh Pirates Mental Health Action Day
2025-05-02 17:00 - 22:00 | PNC Park, 115 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212
Come visit our table at the Pirates game! Learn more on the Pirates website here.

Kids Craft Night
2025-05-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Jana Marie Foundation, 432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Suite 3, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Calling all families! Join Jana Marie Foundation staff on Wednesday, May 7th for a fun night of crafting! Drop in and create something special for your mom (Mother’s Day, May 11th), a teacher (Teacher Appreciation Week, May 5th-9th), a caregiver, or anyone else you love!
Open to children of all ages and their caregivers. Stop by, have some fun, and show off your artistic side!
RSVP Here!

J.A.M. Session
2025-05-08 17:30 - 19:00 | Jana Marie Foundation, 432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Suite 3, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Jana’s Art and Music (J.A.M.) Sessions share themes and messages around building self-confidence, practicing self-care, and developing healthy relationships through the use of creative expression. J.A.M. Sessions are offered throughout the year for various age groups. Check out the schedule below and get ready to JAM!
Open to kids in grades 6-12
Register at janamariefoundation.org/jamsessions

J.A.M. Session
2025-05-08 17:30 - 19:00 | Jana Marie Foundation, 432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Suite 3, State College, PA, 16801, United States
About J.A.M. Sessions
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. By exploring topics that embrace diversity, compassion, self-expression, and empathy, students will equip themselves with tools necessary to build and maintain relationships and learn healthy coping skills. Each session will focus on a different theme that allows participants to creatively reflect on their past, envision their future, and appreciate their present through games, crafts, and music!

Cheers for Charity @ Legends Restaurant
2025-05-12 11:00 - 21:00 | Legends Restaurant & Sports Bar, 215 Innovation Blvd., State College, PA, 16803
Skip making dinner, and give back to Jana Marie Foundation by visiting Legends Restaurant in the Penn Stater between 11 am-9 pm on May 12, 2025. 10% of proceeds from the day will be donated to Jana Marie Foundation!

Centre Gives 2025
2025-05-14 08:00 - 2025-05-15 20:00 | PA
Centre Gives, Centre Foundation’s 36-hour online giving event, is set to begin on Wednesday, May 14, at 8 am and conclude on Thursday, May 15, at 8 pm. This event is designed to support the great work of local nonprofits serving Centre County. Head to the Centre Gives website on May 14 and 15 and donate to Jana Marie Foundation to help us equip young people with the tools to overcome adversity! Your gift goes even further during Centre Gives because of stretch pools and other opportunities to win prizes. (Check these out on the Centre Gives site!)
We will be participating in 2 “Power Hours,” where the organization with the most unique donors during a given hour will be awarded an additional bonus gift. On Wednesday, we are encouraging donors to give between 10-11 am for maximum impact, and on Thursday, we’re going for the power hour between 1-2 pm. Set a reminder today, so you don’t forget!
Your generous donation, however big or small, will help us open minds and save lives. The countdown to Centre Gives 2025 starts now!

J.A.M. Fest 2025
2025-05-17 12:00 - 17:00 | Fraser St. & MLK Plaza, 100 Block of Fraser St., State College, PA, 16801
Join us in celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month at J.A.M. Fest on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 12 pm to 5 pm on Fraser Street in downtown State College. This free festival, hosted by Jana Marie Foundation and its partners, invites families and community members to join together for an uplifting day filled with live music, over 20 interactive engagement stations, and opportunities to celebrate community, creativity, and mental wellness. Mark your calendars today and check out the growing list of interactive stations at janamariefoundation.org/jam-fest!
While you’re downtown, be sure to look for our snail canvases. Jana Marie Foundation’s annual Art with a Theme shapes will be hung in storefront businesses in downtown State College. This year’s theme, snails, inspires us all to grow at our own pace and reminds us that progress doesn’t have to be fast to be meaningful.
Thank you to Mount Nittany Health and Remake Learning Days for sponsoring J.A.M. Fest 2025. Check out some of the featured activities and musical lineup below!

A Good Laugh
2025-05-19 18:00 - 21:00 | axemann brewery, 2042 Axemann Rd,, Bellefonte, PA
A Good Laugh is an evening of comedy and live music in support of the Jana Marie Foundation! Enjoy a hilarious stand-up performance by Tommy LaMotta, great tunes by Eric Ian Farmer and Free Range, yummy food provided by Sysco, and a night full of fun—all for a great cause. Join us to laugh, connect, and make a difference!

Bug Making Workshop with Eric Anthony Berdis
2025-05-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Jana Marie Foundation, 432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Suite 3, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Join artist and educator Eric Anthony Berdis to explore what makes us resilient as you design a bug using fabric, paint, and markers. This free workshop is open to people of all ages. More info coming soon! (In the meantime, check out Eric’s amazing art on their website here!)

Pirates Charities Family Walk
2025-05-24 08:00 - 14:00 | PNC Park, 115 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212
Come find us at PNC Park! Registration is now open for the fourth annual Pirates Charities Family Walk presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield!
This unique experience will take participants throughout the best ballpark in America, enjoying unparalleled views of the city, and end at Home Plate for a unique and memorable moment. Following the walk, registrants can join us on the Highmark Riverwalk for a carnival-like experience and the chance to engage with local mental health resources (that’s where we’ll be).
All proceeds from the Family Walk will support Pirates Charities and AHN’s Chill Mobile Program! Learn more about Chill Mobile here.
If you register as a group of four (4) or more, you will receive a $5 discount per registrant!

Public Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
2025-05-28 09:00 - 17:00 | Jana Marie Foundation, 432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Suite 3, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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 an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people.
The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.
To register for this free certification course, click here.

Marc's Ride for Hope 2025
2025-06-10 08:00 - 2025-07-25 17:00 | PA
Support Marc Warren’s goal to raise $15,000 for Jana Marie Foundation’s mental health programs! Marc plans to ride 150 miles in 1 day along the Great Allegheny Passage trail on July 25, 2025 (weather permitting). This ride is entirely human-powered and will help raise awareness about Jana Marie Foundation’s programs and keep them free and accessible to as many kids as possible.
Donate today at JanaMarieFoundation.org/marc

Free to Be Me
2025-06-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Cold Stream Dam, Philipsburg PA
We’re excited to partner with Centre County YMCA this summer! The Travelin’ Table mobile feeding bus will be providing lunch made possible by The Jack Gido Food Awareness Summer Tour. We’ll be spreading joy by providing interactive activities, music, lunch, and other fun opportunities to connect and celebrate summer together. Be sure to bring your friends!
