QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. ABOUT QPR: 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 […]
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to join Jana Marie Foundation for a new, interactive book club! KNOW provides an opportunity for self-discovery and self-reflection through vibrant discussions surrounding carefully selected works of literature. In addition, KNOW will create connections, build community, and give readers the chance to think about their own mental health and […]
Join Jana Marie Foundation for this fun and engaging club for young women in grades 6- 8. Meeting twice a month teens have the opportunity to find the strength to use their voice, follow their passions, and believe in themselves for the amazing people they are! Sessions are held virtually. Must pre register to receive […]
Jana Marie Foundation’s newest 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 around building self-confidence, developing positive relationships, and expressing emotions in ways that are creative and healthy. […]
Let’s Talk… For A Change Held the fourth Thursday of every month through zoom, these brown bag discussions not only highlight topics of vital interest – elephants in the room – but provides opportunities for follow-up and action. Each Mokita® Dialogue session, led by a different facilitator from through the community, includes a brief presentation, […]
Young people and teens have a powerful platform to create change and contribute to their communities in ways that are creative and have an impact. REACH is designed to create a community full of acceptance, appreciation, and understanding for all by spearheading activities and discussions to the end the silence that often surrounds mental health. […]
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to join Jana Marie Foundation for a new, interactive book club! KNOW provides an opportunity for self-discovery and self-reflection through vibrant discussions surrounding carefully selected works of literature. In addition, KNOW will create connections, build community, and give readers the chance to think about their own mental health and […]
With the help of Jana Marie Foundation and Penn State Musical Theatre students, cupid is going virtual! With a modest donation of $25, you can surprise the one you love or the people you miss this Valentine’s Day with a heartfelt personalized email message and video of a selected song of your choice performed by […]
Rise gives teens the opportunity and the space to lift each other up through meaningful discussions, creative activities, and thoughtful reflections. Each session is centered on a theme that is relevant to the lives of teens today. Participants can expect to build confidence, form connections, and feel empowered. Together we will RISE and become stronger. […]
Through the power of dialogue, mindfulness, and creative expression, Jana Marie Foundation’s Breathe Together virtual workshop series creates a space to spark conversations, build connections, and promote mental well-being. This program, offered in partnership with the Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State and HUB-Robeson Gallery, is inspired by the exhibition The Anxiety Project. Workshop series […]