MISSION
Our mission is to shine light on the importance of mental wellness while empowering young people to lead the change.
VISION
We envision a world where open conversations about mental wellness are embraced, and young people feel empowered to explore new ideas, take risks, and build meaningful, real-world connections. Through immersive, device-free experiences in the arts, nature, and physical activity, we foster creativity, curiosity, and resilience. By collaborating with artists, physicians, and mental health professionals, we aim to be a central hub for education, support, and community- ensuring that individuals and families can access the resources they need to thrive.
PURPOSE
At the Goldfinch Foundation, we believe in fostering mental wellness through education, connection, and creativity. By bringing top mental health professionals into welcoming, real-world settings, we create space for open discussions that reduce stigma and strengthen resilience. Through hands-on activities in the arts, nature, and physical movement, we provide young people with the tools to navigate life's challenges while building meaningful, offline connections. Our mission is to empower individuals- teens, parents, mentors, and community leaders- with knowledge and coping skills, ensuring a healthier, more supportive world where mental health is prioritized.
We have submitted IRS forms for 501c3 and are currently awaiting approval. EIN 99-4493443
AIMS:
I. Create a community where there is no stigma when discussing feelings and which values mental health just as much as physical health
- Broaden access to the arts to encourage creative expression and device free environments
- Organize outdoor activities with exposure to nature and exercise
- Support projects which allow for more outdoor greenspaces
II. Educate young people about ways to optimize mental wellness so that they can lead the charge for change; while including families, coaches, mentors, and schools in educational efforts
III. Improve access to healthcare for those who need mental health services by partnering with academic and private practice clinicians
IV. Partner and collaborate with other organizations who share the same goals
V. Support and lobby for legislation to protect our children from online dangers
VI. Provide scholarship funding for research or local projects that aim to study and/or improve mental health
