Straight Talk: Personal Finance

Mount Nittany Middle School 656 Brandywine Drive, State College, PA

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 Straight Talk Task Force: We strive to raise our children to become strong, confident, happy adults. The Straight Talk Series offers educational programs that help parents, […]

QPR Gatekeepers Training for Suicide Prevention

Mount Nittany Middle School 656 Brandywine Drive, State College, PA

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 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 […]

Mokita Dialogues: Chronic Illness

New Leaf Initiative 243 South Allen Street, Suite 337, State College, PA, United States

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.

Home D Booster Fundraiser

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!

JAM Sessions

YMCA State College 677 W Whitehall Road, State College, PA

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 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 […]

Jana Marie Foundation’s Annual Dinner and Silent Auction

Mountain View Country Club 100 Elks Club Road, Boalsburg, PA

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 dinner that raises funds for our continued work in casting a wide safety net for young people in our community. Jana Marie Foundation harnesses the […]

Straight Talk: Creating a Mental Health Safety Net

Mount Nittany Middle School 656 Brandywine Drive, State College, PA

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 raise our children to become strong, confident, happy adults. The Straight Talk Series offers educational programs that help parents, caregivers and community members to recognize, understand, and […]

Mokita Dialogues: Drugs & Alcohol

New Leaf Initiative 243 South Allen Street, Suite 337, State College, PA, United States

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 […]

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Wellness Forum for Young Women 656 Brandywine Drive, State College, PA

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 Mental Health First Aid teaches a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to young people showing signs of a mental illness or in a crisis, and connect […]

Finding Your North Star

Mount Nittany Middle School 656 Brandywine Drive, State College, PA

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 help combat the stresses of today’s high pressure society. Drawing on the expertise of Jana Marie Foundation’s board and special guests, the day’s program features […]