Press Releases
National Recording Artist Justine Skye Named Mental Health Ambassador with Active Minds
With over 130 million streams worldwide, Skye brings her powerful voice to the mental health conversation, inspiring youth and young adults to prioritize well-being. Washington, D.C. – Today, Active Minds, the largest nonprofit dedicated to mobilizing youth and young adults to transform the culture surrounding mental health, proudly announced Justine Skye, national singer-songwriter and actress,…
National Youth Mental Health Organization Honors DC-Area Jeweler’s Commitment as Mental Health Champion
WASHINGTON – Active Minds, the largest youth mental health nonprofit in the U.S., recognized Tiny Jewel Box, a titan in the jewelry industry with nearly a century of innovation and leadership, as the 2024 Mental Health Champion Honoree. This recognition will be bestowed during the organization’s annual A Night of Champions event, a cornerstone celebration…
Get Active For World Mental Health Day with Active Minds
October 10th, 2024 – Active Minds is thrilled to participate in World Mental Health Day (WMHD) on October 10th. This year’s theme, “Get Active for World Mental Health Day,” aligns perfectly with our mission to foster open dialogue and promote mental health awareness. We’ll be encouraging everyone to take proactive steps towards improving their mental…
Patriots Foundation and Mental Health Advocates Bring Groundbreaking Exhibit to Boston Common
New England Patriots Foundation, KyleCares, youth mental health experts and community leaders gathered on Boston Common to deliver an immersive display and resource fair encouraging open conversations about mental health BOSTON – This National Suicide Prevention Month, Active Minds, the country’s leading youth mental health nonprofit, brought its award-winning mental health education exhibit “Send Silence…
Olympian and Mental Health Champion Manteo Mitchell Joins Active Minds as Ambassador
Olympic silver medalist and mental health advocate promotes mental and physical wellness WASHINGTON – Today, Active Minds, the largest youth mental health nonprofit in the U.S., announced that Olympian and mental health advocate Manteo Mitchell will serve as the organization’s newest ambassador. Known for his remarkable achievements on the track, Mitchell is equally passionate about…
Podcast Host Lexi Hidalgo Named Mental Health Youth Ambassador with Active Minds
Social media personality and content creator amplifies youth mental health support through authentic engagement WASHINGTON – Today, Active Minds, the largest youth mental health nonprofit in the U.S., announced Lexi Hidalgo, host of “The Moments Podcast”, as the organization’s newest ambassador. Since 2021, Hidalgo has built a space where her listeners feel understood and empowered….
Olympic Silver Medalist Manteo Mitchell to Keynote Active Minds’ Mental Health Conference
Active Minds reaches more than 8 million youth and young adults across 1,000 high schools, colleges, and communities by working directly with students to address mental health needs WASHINGTON, D.C. – Active Minds, the largest youth mental health nonprofit in the U.S., is thrilled to announce that Manteo Mitchell, Olympic Silver Medalist and dual-sport athlete,…
Singer-Songwriter Alexander Stewart Named Newest Active Minds Ambassador
Alexander Set To Be A Keynote Speaker At Active Minds’ 2024 Mental Health Conference WASHINGTON – Active Minds proudly announced today that singer-songwriter Alexander Stewart will serve as the organization’s newest ambassador, continuing his longstanding dedication to mental health advocacy and transparency regarding his mental health challenges. With heart-wrenching, vulnerable songs like “if you only…
Rita M. Barksdale Joins Active Minds Board of Directors
WASHINGTON – Today, Active Minds announced that Rita M. Barksdale, health and well-being advocate and Amazon Director, is the organization’s newest board member. “I feel privileged to share my time and expertise with an organization that is directly supporting the mental well-being of our nation’s youth,” said Barksdale. “Active Minds is helping build a world…
Singer-Songwriter Em Beihold Named Active Minds Ambassador
Artist and outspoken mental health advocate amplifies and normalizes discussions around mental health WASHINGTON – Today, Active Minds announced that singer-songwriter Em Beihold is the organization’s newest ambassador, using her platform to continue speaking up about mental health and how young people can support one another. Beihold, the artist behind the hit “Numb Little Bug,”…