


44% of youth experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness during the the COVID-19 Pandemic.
44% of youth experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness during the the COVID-19 Pandemic.
1 in 5 children and adolescents experience a mental health problem during their school years.
60% of students do not receive treatment they need due to stigma and lack of access to services.
Of those who do get help, 2/3 do so through their school.
common vision. shared goals. coordinated work.
As a partnership of youth-serving nonprofit organizations, SHINE believes collaboration, coordination, and advocacy strengthen our community. SHINE organizations provide essential mental health services county-wide while strategically growing and sustaining programs as partners.
Founding Partner:
A unified approach to Youth Wellness.
Provide mental health access to students with a focus on rural and underserved communities.
Use student voice to raise awareness around youth mental health needs and increase access to partner services.
Continue in the development of wellness hubs where services can be accessed within schools, and agencies.
Provide training to providers, teachers, and families to strengthen the ability to respond to trauma.
Develop and execute shared missions, goals, and strategies that build capacity among partner agencies and increase their impact within our community.