Our Mission
We believe every student and family deserves trusted mental health education before a crisis occurs.
Our mission is to bring films, brain science and practical coping tools to schools and communities that could not otherwise afford them.
Our reach
10,000+ SCHOOLS
in all 50 states and over 20 countries have participated in Angst, LIKE, The Upstanders & RACE to Be Human, film & evidence-based mental health programs.
1.2M+ STUDENTS
in 10,000+ schools have accessed the Creative Coping Toolkit (CCT) a turnkey, year-long, film and evidence-based mental health literacy program for students, educators and families.
90% OF STUDENTS
strongly agreed that after watching LIKE and The Upstanders they feel more empathetic and no longer want to participate in gossip, drama, or bullying.
MORE THAN 165B
media impressions around the world.
What We Believe
Stories Help Us See Each Other
Film makes mental health feel human. A story can reduce shame, spark an honest conversation and remind someone they are not alone
Skills Change What Happens Next
Awareness is only the beginning. Brain science, guided conversations and practical tools help people understand their emotions, build coping skills and ask for help.
Access Should Not Depend on a ZIP Code
Every student and family deserves trusted mental health education. We work with donors and partners to bring the Creative Coping Toolkit to schools and communities that could not otherwise afford it.
Impact of the Angst program
78%
Are more open to talking about anxiety
82%
Are more likely to reach out to help others struggling with anxiety
81%
Will adopt coping tools mentioned in the film
95%
Think Angst is helpful for kids and teens
Impact of the LIKE program
89%
Think LIKE would be helpful for parents and adults
78%
Think social media is to blame for the rise in anxiety
70%
Will use social media differently after seeing LIKE
88%
Think LIKE should be shown in every organization or school
Impact of the The Upstanders program
75%
Said The Upstanders changed the way they look at bullying behavior
95%
Said the film provided helpful tools & tips on how to be an Upstander
92%
Intend to practice some of the tools & tips from the film
94%
Think The Upstanders should be shown at every organization or school
Help a Story Reach the Student Who Needs It
Your gift helps bring film-powered mental health education, guided conversations and practical coping tools to schools and communities that could not otherwise afford them.
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