Teen Mental Health First Aid

Teen Mental Health First Aid, or tMHFA, is an evidence-based training program for students in grades 10-12 that teaches the skills to recognize and aid their peers experiencing mental health and substance use challenges and crises, including how to quickly get the help of an adult. The Maya Gold Foundation believes the teen Mental Health First Aid training is an invaluable resource for teens, especially during these difficult times. We are currently able to offer this training to high schools and youth groups at no-cost thanks to our partnership with HealthAlliance Hospitals and Westchester Medical Center health Network. Contact us to schedule an introductory program overview meeting.

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Educator Mini-Grant

In keeping with our goal to support youth in accessing their inner wisdom and realizing their dreams, we welcome requests for funding from teachers and school-based mental health professionals serving students in grades 9 through 12 in the Hudson Valley.

Educator Mini-Grants are awarded for up to $500, and funds will be awarded for programs that support our mission. Funded programs or initiatives should focus on improving awareness of mental health issues among teens, developing social-emotional learning strategies for teachers, building mutual support and caring among teens and adults, strengthening inner resilience, or teaching mindfulness practice.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with deadlines of December 15 and June 15.

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