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June 10, 2019 Press Release

The Jed Foundation Warns of Devastating Youth Mental Health Impact as Senate Advances “One Big Beautiful Bill”

Urges Lawmakers to Reject nearly $1 Trillion in Medicaid Cuts  New York, NY — The Jed Foundation (JED) today issued a stark warning following the

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June 10, 2019

“Mental Health For US” Launched Ahead of 2020 Election Season

June 10, 2019 Washington, D.C. – Eight of the nation’s most prominent mental health and addiction organizations united today to launch Mental Health for...

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June 10, 2019

The Jed Foundation Joins Seven Leading Organizations to Launch Mental Health for US Coalition

National coalition aims to elevate mental health and addiction during 2020 election cycle. New York, NY, June 10, 2019 – The Jed Foundation...

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June 10, 2019

The Jed Foundation Hosts Annual Gala Honoring Leadership in Mental Health & Suicide Prevention

Inspirational Evening Celebrates Those Who Protect the Mental Health of Our Nation’s Youth NEW YORK, June 6, 2019 — The Jed Foundation (JED),...

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June 6, 2019

Kate Spade New York Fulfills 1 Million Dollar Donation Commitment in Support of Mental Wellness to Honor Anniversary of Founder’s Passing

NEW YORK, NY (JUNE 5, 2019) – In tribute to the one year anniversary since the passing of the company’s founder and namesake,...

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April 17, 2019

Orygen and The Jed Foundation Launch #chatsafe in the U.S., First Evidence-Based Guidelines to Help Young People Talk Safely Online About Suicide

NEW YORK, April 17, 2019 – Orygen, the National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, in collaboration with the Stanford Psychiatry Center...

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February 15, 2019

Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity Forms Partnership with The Jed Foundation to Offer Members an Online Mental Health Resource Center

Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity is pleased to announce a partnership with The Jed Foundation (JED), a leading nonprofit that exists to protect emotional...

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February 6, 2019

Robert Rooney Joins Board of Directors of The Jed Foundation

NEW YORK, February 6, 2019–The Jed Foundation (JED), a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting emotional health and preventing suicide for our nation’s teens...

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January 26, 2019

The Jed Foundation and Duke to Host Mental Wealth Day for Duke Women’s Basketball vs. Syracuse Women’s Basketball Game

DURHAM, N.C.— Duke Women’s Basketball, in partnership with The Jed Foundation (JED) and Duke University CAPS, is excited to host the first “Mental Wealth...

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November 30, 2018

HBC Foundation Establishes Scholarship Fund to Support The Jed Foundation in Improving College Student Mental Health

Fund will benefit over half a million young adults First grant awarded to Tufts University at New York Times Get With The Times...

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November 20, 2018

City of New York Partners With The Jed Foundation On Mental Health Awareness Campaign in Public Schools

Campaign will reach over 1.1 million New York City students NEW YORK – New York City First Lady Chirlane McCray announced today the launch...

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September 6, 2018

“Seize the Awkward” Partners with Leading Digital and Social Media Companies, Social Influencers, a Tony Award Winning Musical to Empower Young Adults During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Ad Council’s first partnership with Twitch will include a three-day charity livestream Additional partners include Billboard, CMT Group, Dear Evan Hansen, Goodtype, Reddit,...

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August 22, 2018

JED and University of Massachusettes Medical School Find Unmet Mental Health Needs Among College Graduates Entering the Workforce

New research and recommendations on “real life” stresses and concerns during crucial transition from college to career In partnership with the University of...

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