Aliento will be hosting a virtual Metal Health Session led by a licensed therapist. They will be learning about Mental Health First Aid, and the A.S.K. Method to learn how to support others going through a difficult time.

Monumental Theater Company has been created create a safe and supportive community for these artists to work and grow without financial constraints, with added support from liaisons at companies nationwide. It will also facilitate talkbacks at subsequent productions, which are meant to dispel misinformation or stigmas and allow the audience to receive needed mental health resources in their local community. Monumental will partner with organizations ranging from mental health non-profits to trauma-based experts, neuroscientists, and theater companies, who recognize the need for a suitable and supportive environment for mental health.

The Hidden Opponent is hosting an in-person event in Los Angeles to educate over 100 people on their mission and the importance of mental health in the athlete population. They are partnering with adidas to officially celebrate and launch our collaborative product line. Friends, family, and VIP guests and influencers will be in attendance.

Catwalks & Crack-Ups is turning the runway into a movement for mental health. This bold and engaging event combines fashion, comedy, and advocacy to spark vital conversations—featuring original designs inspired by real mental health challenges and laughs from Second Chance Comedy. A portion of proceeds benefits Make Mental Health Matter's youth-focused programs, making this a powerful night with purpose.

Choose Love is inviting everyone to join their virtual Think Tank with Scarlett Lewis for a live tapping session. Special guest Dr. Maria Ortnerwill discuss the benefits of tapping and lead the group through a tapping exercise.

Tapping, also known as EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), is a powerful, holistic healing technique that has been proven to effectively resolve a range of issues to manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health concerns. Get tapping for your mental health!

"Paddle for Prevention" is a community-based event by Remember Me NFP that combines beach safety, mental health education, and emergency preparedness through hands-on activities like paddleboarding, Narcan training, and hurricane readiness demonstrations. Led by nurses and mental health advocates, the program offers interactive learning with first responders, mobile mental health outreach, and safety resource distribution. This initiative promotes wellness, saves lives, and prepares families with essential tools for crisis response in coastal communities.

Diamonds On The Rise will host a full-day community activation under the theme "Take a Moment, Take Action: Prioritize Your Peace." The day will begin with a Morning Wellness Kickoff, featuring a gentle stretching or yoga session led by a certified instructor, followed by a motivational talk from a licensed therapist. Participants will receive wellness journals and affirmation cards to support their ongoing mental health journey, along with a light healthy breakfast.

Following this, they will host a Mental Health Resource Fair where community members can engage with local behavioral health providers, access free screenings for anxiety and depression, and receive information on counseling, crisis support, and other vital services. The team will distribute mental health kits containing journals, fidget tools, and hotline contact information.

In the afternoon, they will spotlight youth through a "Coping Through Creativity" workshop. This interactive session will include art therapy, music and dance activities, and peer-led discussions focused on emotional expression and resilience. Youth from our after-school program will present on what mental wellness means to them, and all participants will receive "Wellness Champion" certificates and healthy snacks.

Throughout the day, they will run a #PeaceWithDOTR social media campaign to extend the conversation online. They will share mental health tips, event highlights, and personal stories from our community, encouraging others to engage by posting their own mental health actions. After the event, they will follow up with participants via email and text, sharing additional resources, links to register for ongoing DOTR programs, and a survey to gather feedback. This activation will promote wellness, reduce stigma, and provide families with accessible tools and connections to prioritize their mental health.

Rami's Heart Corp's Mental Health Action Day event invites the community to a serene evening of self-care and reflection on May 15th at 6:00 PM at the Taylor Pavilion. Attendees will experience candlelight meditation, singing bowls, and wellness tables, all set against the soothing backdrop of ocean views. This free event, hosted in collaboration with Wellness Studio: With Intentions, offers a meaningful opportunity to nurture mental well-being and resilience.

EPIC Long Island will be observing Mental Health Action Day by focusing on raising awareness for the A.S.K. (Acknowledge Support Keep-In-Touch) campaign, which is dedicated to promoting mental wellness and fostering supportive communities. As part of their initiatives, staff members are encouraged to participate in a creative activity where they can craft their own unique friendship bracelets. This hands-on project not only symbolizes solidarity and connectedness but also serves as a tangible reminder of the importance of staying in touch with friends and colleagues, especially during challenging times. To facilitate this activity, EPIC Long Island will be supplying all the necessary materials and tools, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage in this meaningful experience. By taking part in crafting these bracelets, participants will help spread the message of empathy, understanding, and continuous support for mental health.

Sober is the New Cool will activate a global movement of compassion and connection through its White Heart Campaign. By gifting white crystal hearts, they aim to remind individuals everywhere that they are seen, heard, and deeply valued. Our mission is to break the stigma around recovery and mental wellness—one heart, one conversation, and one act of kindness at a time.

MENtality Matters, a veteran-founded non-profit, is joining Mental Health Action Day on May 15, 2025, with two nationwide activations: Breaking the Silence Walk and Breaking the Cycle Ride. These events aim to raise awareness and funding for men's mental fitness programs, helping to combat the silent epidemic of male suicide through peer support, coaching, and veteran retreats. Media opportunities include interviews with founder Richard Sharratt, veteran participants, and access to compelling local stories.

Piedmont High School's Break the Silence Club is once again partnering with MTV for Mental Health Action Day. This is a day to bring awareness to mental health, something we all have and need to be aware of in our lives. The community event will be held in Piedmont High School's Old Gym and Auditorium.

Jana Marie Foundation's activation for Mental Health Month is a dynamic and creative campaign designed to spark conversation, reduce stigma, and promote mental well-being throughout the community. Through a blend of art, music, storytelling, educational workshops, and interactive events, the foundation invites individuals of all ages to connect, express themselves, and access resources in supportive, uplifting spaces. Each activity is rooted in the belief that everyone's voice matters and that mental health is a vital part of overall wellness.

Abundance of Hope Counseling—led by owner Chikeitha Owens—is launching a Spotlight Video Series guided by the theme, A.S.K.: Acknowledge, Support, and Keep-in-Touch. The series will feature diverse voices sharing personal experiences and practical strategies to encourage open conversations, reduce stigma, and promote ongoing support for mental well-being. In addition, they will host a virtual panel discussion, 'Everyday A.S.K.: Making Mental Health a Daily Priority,' exploring how the A.S.K. concept can be integrated into daily life, not just on Mental Health Action Day.

Thrive Youth Center invites the community to "A Day to Thrive!" on Mental Health Action Day, May 15, 2025, from 5-8 PM at The Goodkind Southtown. This free event offers an afternoon of connection, wellness activities, and actionable mental health resources, including yoga, an interactive Q&A with Cantero Psychiatry, tarot readings, and more, to inspire real steps toward mental well-being.

Free2Luv® is hosting an EXPRESS IT! art journal giveaway that will be featured in a national digital billboard campaign aimed at supporting the mental health of teens and young adults through creative expression on Mental Health Action Day. This engaging initiative invites you to connect with and listen to your inner voice, embark on a transformative healing journey, and gain greater self-awareness. As you dive into the thoughtfully crafted prompts of the EXPRESS IT! journal, you'll find a space to unleash your creativity and explore your emotions. Visit https://free2luv.org/get-support/ today to claim your complimentary journal and unleash your creativity on the path to self-discovery and healing!

Alpha Chi Omega developed a new peer-to-peer program - "A.S.K. a Sister" - that focuses on providing members with dedicated time to practice how to check-in and A.S.K. (Acknowledge, Support, Keep-in-Touch) about wellbeing in everyday conversations with members, friends or loved ones. A supplemental "A.S.K." flyer is available for chapters to hang in their chapter facility or pass out to members as a takeway resource. Chapters are encouraged to facilitate this program during an upcoming chapter meeting or as part of a self-care activity leading up to the end of the semester.

Additionally, Alpha Chi Omega has created a Mental Health Awareness Month toolkit, including graphics, printable resources and digital assets for individual members or chapters to utilize to spread the word on mental health talk. Members will also be encouraged to repost and share from the national organization's account on Mental Health Action Day and throughout the month of May!

Teens4TeensHelp national Youth Board of 50+ teens and young adults is taking creative action to uplift their communities. They'll spread affirmations through handwritten notes, host interactive 'fill-in-the-blank' mental health displays, send supportive letters to teens in treatment, and deliver stigma-busting presentations to share vital resources. Together, they're turning awareness into action—one small gesture at a time.

Aliento will be hosting a virtual Metal Health Session led by a licensed therapist. They will be learning about Mental Health First Aid, and the A.S.K. Method to learn how to support others going through a difficult time.

Alpha Chi Omega developed a new peer-to-peer program - "A.S.K. a Sister" - that focuses on providing members with dedicated time to practice how to check-in and A.S.K. (Acknowledge, Support, Keep-in-Touch) about wellbeing in everyday conversations with members, friends or loved ones. A supplemental "A.S.K." flyer is available for chapters to hang in their chapter facility or pass out to members as a takeway resource. Chapters are encouraged to facilitate this program during an upcoming chapter meeting or as part of a self-care activity leading up to the end of the semester.

Additionally, Alpha Chi Omega has created a Mental Health Awareness Month toolkit, including graphics, printable resources and digital assets for individual members or chapters to utilize to spread the word on mental health talk. Members will also be encouraged to repost and share from the national organization's account on Mental Health Action Day and throughout the month of May!

The HOPE series supports the resilience of our global community through social emotional arts. The Living in Color: Slowing Down with Watercolor workshop takes us through a grounding experience and offers space to slow down, fostering mindfulness, creativity, and resilience.

CraveHRO's giveback initiative CraveHOPE is launching a public release of A Window Into the Woman She Was, a collection by suicide attempt survivor Jennifer Brown Fischer, curated by her daughter, Nicole Craveiro. This deeply personal project tells the story of survival, estrangement, reconnection, and healing through decades of private writing brought to life through AI generated art.

This activation invites readers to bear witness to lived experience - with a portion of proceeds benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the remainder directly supporting Jennifer's ongoing care. Community members can also submit their own reflections through our companion project, Pages of Hope, launching later this year.

Expressive Therapies Summit is hosting the 'Cultivating Calm Amidst Chaos: Creative Strategies for Turbulent Times' virtual conference, designed to support mental health clinicians, social workers, and educators. From May 15, 2025, to May 25, 2025, in Eastern Time, this event will provide valuable resources and strategies to help practitioners and their clients find pathways to calm, self-management, and resilience in these challenging times. By training the helpers, this initiative creates an exponential ripple effect, delivering vital mental health support to communities most in need.

Iron Valley Real Estate has recognized as an organization that we all to often are caught up in the craziness of work and life. We spend so much time consuming information quickly, virtually, and irresponsibly never taking a moment to just asking how someone is doing. Iron Valley Real Estate will be introducing A.S.K. to their agents, owners, and employees in 2025 and encouraging them to take a breathe, check in with themselves and others, and A.S.K.

As part of Mental Health Action Day, Mammoth Brands will host a virtual learning session with their partners at Team:Changing Minds. This session will provide valuable insights and practical tools to the Mammoth Brands team, equipping them to become peer advocates for mental health. By sharing strategies for supportive conversations and reducing stigma, Mammoth Brands aims to continue building a culture that prioritizes mental well-being and empowers team members to support one another.

Shatterproof has created an A.S.K. Toolkit to help amplify the movement and help people activate on 5/15 with a mobile-friendly resource hub to help their loved ones.

STARR Coalition will be announcing the winner of their "Stop the Stigma Champion" award to recognize a high school student who has made an outstanding contribution to destigmatizing mental health issues and promoting a supportive environment within their school and community.

The Stop the Stigma Champion award is an integral part of our Minds Ahead initiative, which is dedicated to fostering the next generation of mental health leaders.

The Minds Ahead program was created to introduce students and young adults to the world of mental health clinical research—not only as a career path but as a powerful vehicle for change. Through mentorship, educational outreach, and opportunities to engage with real-world advocacy efforts, Minds Ahead helps young people explore how science, compassion, and community can come together to create better outcomes for those living with mental illness.

The Stop the Stigma Champion award honors those who demonstrate a strong commitment to mental health advocacy, whether by leading conversations in their schools, volunteering with local mental health organizations, or sharing their personal stories to help others feel less alone. These Champions are not only advocates;they are role models showing that young voices can make a profound impact on how society views mental health—and how we treat it.

By highlighting their efforts, The STARR Coalition aims to amplify youth-led movements for change and continue building a future where access to quality mental health services is the norm, not the exception. Together, through programs like Minds Ahead, we can create a culture where clinical research is seen as a trusted care option, and stigma is a thing of the past.

The Coalition for Hemophilia B is activating their community with a powerful message: mental health matters—every day. They are sharing expert insights from therapists, practical resources, and uplifting encouragement across our platforms. They're also inviting our community to join in by sharing photos and videos of what they do to care for their mental well-being.