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We see a bright future for youth mental health

Welcome to the Ortus Foundation. Together, we create networks of change to support mental health and suicide prevention for youth and young adults.

We are all responsible for the future of our young people

At the Ortus Foundation, we’re uniting passionate advocates and exploring promising avenues to mental health. Together, we create networks of radical, lasting transformation by:

Championing mental health in schools

Building partnerships to support direct-service providers

Funding research in mental health and healing

Investing in early stage, for-profit mental health companies

About The Ortus Foundation

The Ortus Foundation was founded in 2022, inspired by our lived experiences. “Ortus” is rooted in the Latin word for “rise,” captures our hope and determination for improvement and change in our mental health crisis.

ABOUT US

We empower innovation + transformation

The Ortus Foundation funds and promotes work that addresses the greatest needs in youth and young adult mental health, shows promise and is close to our hearts. These four focus areas guide our relationship-building, funding decisions and models of support.

Youth + young adult mental health in schools

We partner with national organizations to bring programming directly into schools and colleges.

Research on groundbreaking solutions for our young people

We fund nontraditional models of support and novel therapeutics to explore all paths to revolutionizing mental health.

Creating connections + partnerships

We’re breaking down silos to help like-minded advocates work together and accelerate their impact in mental health.

Funding early stage, for-profit mental health companies

We connect for-profit pioneering companies with financial resources to advance the mental health field.
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About Sabrina Gracias

Sabrina believes we have both the responsibility and ability to change the story of youth mental health in this country. This deep personal commitment was the catalyst that inspired Sabrina to create the Ortus Foundation in 2022.

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*The Ortus Foundation funds innovative advancements in youth mental health support and suicide prevention. We grant applications by request only, and our decision making process is rigorous. Unsolicited applications will not be considered.

This website is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are a young person or a caregiver with questions or concerns related to mental health, please consult a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of a licensed physician or other qualified health professional with any concerns you may have regarding a medical condition or mental health issue. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this site.

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