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Opening minds. Saving lives. Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Nonprofit

Founded 2012 Registration does not imply endorsement.

The official registration and financial information of Jana Marie Foundation may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1 (800) 732-0999.

10/29/2026

Are you supporting a young person who is experiencing thoughts of su***de? You're not alone. HopeWorx, Inc., one of the OMHSAS GLS Youth Su***de Prevention grant partners, is hosting a virtual peer-led mutual aid support group to provide space to connect and share resources.

Registration is open now via the QR code or link below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/V0S2wFwRS8KCsRbhnrWmDw #/registration

10/28/2026

Elementary families, mark your calendars for Saturday, November 7! We are partnering with a group of Penn State RPTM (Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Management) students for their "Building You Up!" event. Kids ages 5-12 and their families can spend an afternoon at Park Forest Middle School as they rotate through stations featuring a variety of construction-themed crafts and games. Register by scanning the QR code or visiting the link below:

🏗🔗: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYtJwahktNxtth677nFjJR3d-NpKamtnmHOmWRGuXIsrpXBg/viewform?pli=1

10/27/2026

Fall festivals and events are keeping our team busier than ever! We have spent the past few days assisting at the Tussey Mountainback races, the Walk to End Alzheimer's, and the All Sports Museum's Halloween celebration.

This week, you will be able to find as at the following festivals:
🎃 The Meadows Trunk or Treat (4-6:30 pm, Centre Hall, PA)
🍂 Bellefonte YMCA Fall Festival (4:30-6:30 pm, Bellefonte, PA)

This is a great opportunity to stock up on candy, get crafty, and learn more about local mental health resources. Who knows? You might also catch one of our team members in costume. 🤔

10/23/2026

Do you have a favorite autumnal self-care strategy? Swipe to see what some of our team members are up to on these gorgeous fall days! 🍂🎃🍁

10/22/2026

If you're seeing this post, it's time for a quick pause. You’ve been scrolling, working, checking things off your to-do list… but when was the last time you checked in with yourself?

Let’s take a minute or so to pause, breathe, and release a little tension.

Try this with us:
1.) Roll your shoulders back a few times. Let them drop away from your ears.

2.) Take a deep breath in through your nose, then slowly exhale through your mouth. Repeat one more time.

3.) Check in with your body. Where are you holding tension? Your jaw? Neck? Shoulders? Hands?

4.) Gently release what you can. Unclench your jaw, relax your hands, stretch your neck, or wiggle your fingers and toes.

5.) Notice how you feel. You don’t need to fix everything or feel completely relaxed. Simply noticing is a great place to start.

Remember: You don’t have to wait until you’re overwhelmed to take a break. Small moments of mindfulness throughout the day can help you reconnect with yourself and what you need.

Take one more deep breath and give yourself permission to keep moving through your day at your own pace. 🐌

10/21/2026

Feeling frazzled this week? Pause, breathe, notice, and tune in to our podcast! This week's episode of Ripples of Resilience provides lots of practical tools for calmer parenting.

Listen in, as Dr. Peter Montminy, clinical child psychologist and parenting coach at A Mindful Village, breaks down what emotional awareness actually is and why it’s the starting point for mental health, emotional resilience, and self-regulation. Learn about the practical power of shifting your language to “I notice…” and how that small change helps you pause before old conditioning and emotional baggage spill into your parenting, teaching, or relationships.

Dr. Montminy and Marisa have now added 36 episodes to the Ripples of Resilience catalog, so if you haven't caught up in a bit, now is a great time to do so! Podcasts can be found on your podcast platform of choice or by visiting janamariefoundation.org/podcast.

10/20/2026

We are overwhelmed with gratitude after Chefs on Stage yesterday! A heartfelt thank you to the amazing volunteers, generous sponsors, dedicated staff, enthusiastic attendees, and talented chefs who came together to make the evening such a success.

We’re still totaling the funds raised, but it is already clear that your generosity will go a long way in sustaining Jana Marie Foundation’s prevention programs and ensuring equitable access to lifesaving mental health and su***de prevention education. Your support helps us reach young people, equip adults with the tools to recognize when someone may be struggling, and remind individuals and families that they are not alone. 💚💜

10/17/2026

This past week, our President and founder, Marisa, had the opportunity to travel to Arizona for a grief and loss conference focused on su***de loss, led by Alan Wolfelt.

Knowing our communities are stronger when we work together, Marisa invited Evelyn, our Survivor of Su***de Loss Support Group Facilitator, and team member of The Tides Program to join her.

And wow! The experience did not disappoint.

The conference offered insight into how we can be present in our own grief and create spaces where we can come together to mourn, connect, and support one another.

Feeling energized, inspired, and deeply grateful for this opportunity, both organizations are ready to bring back what we’ve learned to our communities and continue this important work together.

Because healing happens in connection, and no one should have to navigate grief alone. 💜💚

Remember, if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 - 24/7 - to reach the su***de and crisis lifeline.

10/16/2026

Check out the incredible support tree, created by students in Park Forest Middle School's Autism Support Classroom! Each student thought about the people and activities they go to for support and wrote or drew their favorites on a leaf (with added stickers and washi tape for style points, of course).

This is one of the many in-school groups we'll be running this year. Jana Marie Foundation partners with several local middle and high schools to offer free small group experiences that help students build confidence, manage stress, strengthen peer relationships, and identify trusted adults they can turn to for support. In these weekly groups, students create art projects and engage in discussions that help them develop practical skills to support their mental health in a welcoming, engaging environment.

During the 2025-2026 school year, our team ran 14 small groups in five school districts! We’re excited to continue building connections and creating opportunities for students to learn, grow, and thrive. To learn more about our programs, check out our calendar of events on the JMF website.

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432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Suite 3
State College, PA
16801

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.janamariefoundation.org/

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