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 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 […]

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 opportunities for follow up and action. Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

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 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 […]

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 the parent child relationship! Join the Jana Marie Foundation in a three-part series where teens and parents come together to learn, grow, and flourish. Session […]

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 the power of storytelling.  Join us to support the Foundation’s work to promote mental and emotional wellness through dialogue and creative expression. Cost is $50 per person […]

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 […]

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 the parent child relationship! Join the Jana Marie Foundation in a three-part series where teens and parents come together to learn, grow, and flourish. Session […]

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, […]

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 opportunities for follow up and action. Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

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 the parent child relationship! Join the Jana Marie Foundation in a three-part series where teens and parents come together to learn, grow, and flourish. Session […]

The Embrace! Wellness Program provides young women in grades 6-12 the opportunity to build personal strength and self-confidence to help combat the stresses of today’s high pressure society  Advanced registration required.

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, […]

Our Ignite Program will immerse young men in engaging activities and experiences that promote mental and physical wellness and will assist them in exploring their sense of purpose. This program, created for young men in grades 6-8, focuses on personal growth, creative expression, self-confidence, and social development. Advanced registration required.

Mokita® Poetry 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 […]

Adam Salyards and the staff of Centre Helps will take a look at dangerous drinking behaviors of youth.  Join this important session to learn about warning signs, risk factors, and why you can be proactive in keeping young people safe.  Centre Helps will also discuss their Youthful Offenders Program and how it benefits the community.

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 opportunities for follow up and action. Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

Jana Marie Foundation is helping to organize a special mental health edition of the WRSC morning guys show! Tune in to 1390am on Friday, May 3 from 6am - 9am!

Jana Marie Foundation will be on Central PA Live to discuss our upcoming event, J.A.M. Fest. Be sure to watch to learn all about what will be happening downtown on Saturday, May 18 from 12 - 5.

Support Jana Marie Foundation during Centre Gives, a unique online giving event. Head to the Centre Gives website between 8am on Tuesday, May 7 and 8pm on Wednesday, May 8 to help us equip young people with the tools to overcome adversity. Your generous donation will help us open minds and save lives.

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 Manuever help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and […]

Join us on Wednesday, May 15 at 6pm for a special Cheers to Art with Jackie Gianico Fundraiser for Jana Marie Foundation.  Join Jackie at the Arena Bar & Grill as she guides you through an acrylic painting created by YOU! All supplies are provided, the only thing needed is you!  Cost is $15.  Pre-register […]

J.A.M. (Jana's Art & Music) Fest is a community-wide mental wellness day designed to help increase well-being, build connections, and foster self-expression. Held annually in downtown State College, the event features live music, yoga, meditation, stations for creative expression, artwork to view, and more. Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, […]

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 opportunities for follow up and action. Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

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 opportunities for follow up and action.  Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

PRIVATE TRAINING Are you interested in hosting a QPR session for your group or nonprofit? Contact us to find out how!

Come support Jana Marie Foundation and your other favorite nonprofits by purchasing artwork donated by local artists! During the weekend of July 12 stop by Calvary Church in Boalsburg for this fun and unique fundraiser!  There will be lots of great artwork with each piece being marked with a suggested minimum donation and there will […]

Come support Jana Marie Foundation and your other favorite nonprofits by purchasing artwork donated by local artists! During the weekend of July 12 stop by Calvary Church in Boalsburg for this fun and unique fundraiser!  There will be lots of great artwork with each piece being marked with a suggested minimum donation and there will […]

Come support Jana Marie Foundation and your other favorite nonprofits by purchasing artwork donated by local artists! During the weekend of July 12 stop by Calvary Church in Boalsburg for this fun and unique fundraiser!  There will be lots of great artwork with each piece being marked with a suggested minimum donation and there will […]

Anyone, anywhere can be the one to make a difference in the life of someone with a mental health or substance use challenge – if they know what to do and what to say. Mental Health First Aid can give you the necessary tools to have a courageous conversation. The adult Mental Health First Aid […]

Anyone, anywhere can be the one to make a difference in the life of someone with a mental health or substance use challenge – if they know what to do and what to say. Mental Health First Aid can give you the necessary tools to have a courageous conversation. The adult Mental Health First Aid […]

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 opportunities for follow up and action.  Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

Learn how your organization can book presentations and trainings on Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention. Email info@janamariefoundation.org.

The Centre County Suicide Prevention Task Force is hosting a special Suicide Prevention Rally on September 3 from 12pm - 12:30pm at the Bellefonte Courthouse. Please join us in helping to kick off Suicide Prevention Month (September).  The event will include speakers, live music, and special presentations from the Centre County Commissioners and the offices […]

Join Jana Marie Foundation and other great organizations for a fun-filled and educational day for children and their families!  The event takes place on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park from noon to 2pm.

A private training in the Penns Valley area. Learn how your organization, company, or community group can plan a presentation or training on mental health awareness and suicide prevention - email info@janamariefoundation.org.

Jana Marie Foundation will present QPR at Grace Lutheran Church for their High School Youth Group members. If your company is intersted in scheduling a QPR Suicide Prevention for Gate Keepers Course, please contact us at info@janamariefoundation.org.

Learn how you can bring a mental health or suicide prevention training to your group or organization. Email info@janamariefoundation.org today!

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 opportunities for follow up and action.  Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

Jana Marie Foundation is very excited to partner with Juniata College on a series of Mokita Dialogues! Stay tuned for details.

We are so grateful for the continued support of our County Commissioners as they once again are set to proclaim September as Suicide Prevention Month and September 10th as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day here in Centre County.  Join us at 10am in Bellefonte or tune in to CNET to watch.

Join the Centre County Suicide Prevention Taskforce on Tuesday, September 3rd at the Centre County Courthouse as we raise awareness for suicide prevention and highlight how our community is working together to save lives.

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 […]

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! Each session starts with a pizza dinner to help […]

An Evening of Hope, Healing, and Remembrance Join Jana Marie Foundation for our annual community dinner, program, and candle-lighting ceremony. This event is designed to create public awareness, educate the community, remember those we have lost, give hope to the survivors and end the stigma around mental health. Stay tuned for more details. Sponsored in part by […]

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 […]

If you have lost someone to suicide, you are not alone.  We understand that losing someone to suicide can be life-altering and is often accompanied by many complex emotions. Led by Evelyn Wald, this group is designed to provide healing support to community members coping with the loss of a loved one.  This support group […]

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 […]

I tune myself to every chord, every note; I take refuge in a melody line and there I find hope. -hej Join us for an Extraordinary Musical Journey through Adversity to Hope and Resilience! The captivating voices and exceptional talents of some of State College's best musicians, backed by a multi-generational choir and enlivened with […]

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! Each session starts with a pizza dinner to help […]

If you have lost someone to suicide, you are not alone.  We understand that losing someone to suicide can be life-altering and is often accompanied by many complex emotions. Led by Evelyn Wald, this group is designed to provide healing support to community members coping with the loss of a loved one.  This support group […]

Jana Marie Foundation presents a screening and discussion of Kevin Hines’ powerful new film SUICIDE: THE RIPPLE EFFECT Join the movement and help save a life Suicide: The Ripple Effect, a feature length documentary, focuses on Kevin Hines who survived a suicide attempt by jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge and since has been a leading […]

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 opportunities for follow up and action.  Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

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 the parent child relationship! Join the Jana Marie Foundation in a three-part series where teens and parents come together to learn, grow, and flourish. Session […]

If you have lost someone to suicide, you are not alone.  We understand that losing someone to suicide can be life-altering and is often accompanied by many complex emotions. Led by Evelyn Wald, this group is designed to provide healing support to community members coping with the loss of a loved one.  This support group […]

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 […]

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 the parent child relationship! Join the Jana Marie Foundation in a three-part series where teens and parents come together to learn, grow, and flourish. Session […]

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, […]

Please email info@janamariefoundation.org to learn how you can bring this course to your business or organization. Thank you for helping us open minds and save lives.

This is a private course for Penn State Health. Please email info@janamariefoundation.org to see how you can bring this course to your organization or business!

The Stompers Project by Jana Marie Foundation is a unique community art project that breaks down walls and stomps out the stigma that often surrounds mental and emotional health.  This Stomper is being created by various clubs at State College Area High School - stay tuned for more information.

If you have lost someone to suicide, you are not alone.  We understand that losing someone to suicide can be life-altering and is often accompanied by many complex emotions. Led by Evelyn Wald, this group is designed to provide healing support to community members coping with the loss of a loved one.  This support group […]

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 the parent child relationship! Join the Jana Marie Foundation in a three-part series where teens and parents come together to learn, grow, and flourish. Session […]

A Wellness Forum for Young Women in Grades 6-8.  Fall 2019 Theme: Be Brave! Through improv, art, music, and movement, participants will have the chance to find their voices, build their confidence, and love themselves for who they are. Advanced registration required.

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, […]

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! Each session starts with a pizza dinner to help […]

If you have lost someone to suicide, you are not alone.  We understand that losing someone to suicide can be life-altering and is often accompanied by many complex emotions. Led by Evelyn Wald, this group is designed to provide healing support to community members coping with the loss of a loved one.  This support group […]

Jana Marie Foundation’s Mind Matters curriculums provides students in grades 6-12 practical tools and techniques to overcome adversity and to grow self-confidence. We are excited to bring this program to Grace Lutheran. To see how to bring it to your school or organization, please email us at info@janamariefoundation.org.    

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, […]

Former Penn State Icers head coach and current owner of Pragmatic Passion Joe Battista will lead the discussion at the Jana Marie Foundation’s next Mokita Café, held 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, October 21 at the Inn at Juniper Village. As an inclusive community, we all play a vital role in one another’s journeys in […]

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 opportunities for follow up and action.  Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

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, […]

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! Each session starts with a pizza dinner to help […]

Anyone, anywhere can be the one to make a difference in the life of someone with a mental health or substance use challenge – if they know what to do and what to say. Mental Health First Aid can give you the necessary tools to have a courageous conversation. Mental Health First Aid was created […]

Anyone, anywhere can be the one to make a difference in the life of someone with a mental health or substance use challenge – if they know what to do and what to say. Mental Health First Aid can give you the necessary tools to have a courageous conversation. Mental Health First Aid was created […]

The Ignite Wellness Program is geared toward young men in grades 5-8. Through Improv, art, music, and movement, participants will find their brave, explore their interests, and grow their self-confidence. Join us to build connections and to have fun! Advanced registration required.

Jana Marie Foundation and SCASD are partnering to offer QPR Suicide Prevention Training to students in 11th grade health and wellness classes.

Jana Marie Foundation and SCASD are partnering to offer QPR Suicide Prevention Training to students in 11th grade health and wellness classes.

Join Evelyn Wald for this Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Session.  We will be meeting at 6:30pm at CHOICES.

Jana Marie Foundation is offering Mind Matters to Centre County Students. To learn how to bring this program to your area, please contact info@janamariefoundation.org.

Jana Marie Foundation is offering Mind Matters to Centre County Students. To learn how to bring this program to your area, please contact info@janamariefoundation.org

Jana Marie Foundation offers Mental Health First Aid to businesses and organizations. To learn how you can bring this program to your business or organization, please contact info@janamariefoundation.org.

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, […]

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! Each session starts with a pizza dinner to help […]

Jana Marie Foundation is speaking with Bellefonte Area School District 8th grade students about mental wellness.  To learn how we can talk to your group or organization, please contact info@janamariefoundation.org

Jana Marie Foundation is speaking with Bellefonte Area School District 8th grade students about mental wellness.  To learn how we can talk to your group or organization, please contact info@janamariefoundation.org

Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with State College Area School District and Mount Nittany Middle School to bring this information to 8th grade students. 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 […]

Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with State College Area School District and Mount Nittany Middle School to bring this information to 8th grade students. 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 […]

  Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with State College Area School District and Mount Nittany Middle School to bring this information to 8th grade students. 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 […]

Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with State College Area School District and Mount Nittany Middle School to bring this information to 8th grade students. 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 […]

Courageous Conversations: How to talk to your kids about mental health and other tough topics Marisa Vicere, Jana Marie Foundation According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), 1 in 5 adolescents ages 13-18 have or will have a mental health disorder. The latest Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) data for students in grades 6 […]

Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with State College Area School District and Mount Nittany Middle School to bring this information to 8th grade students. 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 […]

Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with State College Area School District and Mount Nittany Middle School to bring this information to 8th grade students. 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 […]

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 opportunities for follow up and action.  Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with State College Area School District and Mount Nittany Middle School to bring this information to 8th grade students. 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 […]

Jana Marie Foundation is excited to partner with Grace Lutheran Church to offer the Stompers Project during their Youth Summit! The Stompers Project by Jana Marie Foundation is a unique community project that stomps out the stigma that often surrounds mental and emotion health.

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! Each session starts with a pizza dinner to help […]