Born This Way Foundation

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Last week, Mindful Philanthropy had the privilege of partnering with Bessemer Trust to bring together an incredible panel on youth and mental health in the Bay Area. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our inspiring panelists—Amy Price, Bryan King, Cynthia Bissett Germanotta, and Jevon Wilkes—for sharing their time and insights. Your expertise and perspectives added a profound depth to the evening's conversation, and I'm truly grateful for your commitment to advancing mental health for our youth. A huge thank you to Bessemer Trust for your partnership and to everyone who joined us.

"I believe it is a privilege to get to vote." #ChannelKindness #BeKind365  https://lnkd.in/gq2Ha2-C

 "The Kevin Love Fund x Born This Way Foundation’s gathering was a great way to start the school year with others who share my love for music, especially as a form of self-care." #ChannelKindness #BeKind365 https://lnkd.in/gqWJTD-E

Our 2025 Advisory Board Applications are now open! 🚨💖 Searching for ways to engage your community and put more kindness into the world? Apply + learn more: https://lnkd.in/eWJYPEr2 DEADLINE TO APPLY: Tuesday, November 26th

The Jed Foundation (JED) shares their tips for managing stress. Learn more! 💙👇 Image Descriptions: Slide 1 - Text graphic that reads “Five ways to manage stress” Slide 2 - Text graphic that reads “1. Review and Organize - Review your goals and determine if they are feasible. By being realistic about what you can get done and organizing your time, you’ll be on a path to progress.” Slide 3 - Text graphic that reads “2. Take a Break From It - You might find that meditating or doing some yoga first thing in the morning helps you start your day with energy and focus. Another tip - watch less news and plan time daily to stay off social media. The act of taking time away from the chaos of the world can do wonders for your psyche.“ Slide 4 - Text graphic that reads “3. Keep it Moving - Exercise can be a great way to lower stress and feel powerful in your body. Consider dedicating part of your day to movement - even if it’s just for a short time — in order to find some calm and reset.” Slide 5 - Text graphic that reads “4. Give it a Rest - Getting enough sleep (at least 7 hours), and making that sleep regular, is one of the most powerful ways to keep stress at bay and drive overall health and well-being.“ Slide 6 - Text graphic that reads “5. Lean Into It - Sometimes we need to distract ourselves from stress by listening to music or talking to a friend. But it’s also important to recognize when we’re running away from stress. By trying to better understand where it’s coming from and how to manage it, we can prevent some of the negative impacts of stress in the future.”

 "It is my hope that these efforts will instill a love of learning for the children we serve and improve their lives in every arena." - BelieveNBooks #ChannelKindness #BeKind365 https://lnkd.in/g9GJUiHi

We’re so excited to introduce Haasini Yelugoti (she/her), our amazing high school research intern! 🎉 She’s passionate about mental health advocacy and is already making a difference with Born This Way Foundation by contributing to research, blogs, and more through Channel Kindness. She’s also earned her #BeThereCertificate to support her peers! 💛🌟 Let’s give her a warm welcome as she continues her advocacy journey with us! 💖

As president of The Kind Mouse, Mia encourages kids as young as 5 to volunteer + address childhood hunger. Together, the org. has fed over 1 million tummies over the last 12 years!  📷   "As president, I strive to be a spark of hope and show kids that we are in this together. Whether packing non-perishable food or organizing pantry items, I am here to make a difference." https://lnkd.in/eU8YQ544

“I think the Be There Certificate really allowed me to have a moment to reflect on what does taking care of myself and my wellbeing look like?” - Born This Way Foundation Youth Advisory Board member, Oscar L. Start your #BeThereCertificate journey! 💛: https://lnkd.in/e-_HHZjf CC: Cotton On Group Cotton On Foundation Jack.org #btwfxcof