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The Ortus Foundation shares data and research that address urgent needs in youth mental health and our primary focus areas. Data and research from trusted sources also inform our partnerships and funding decisions, so we can provide timely, change-making support.
Unraveling the Stigma: Exploring Barriers to Mental Health Support Among U.S. Teens, investigates the extent to which stigma is a barrier in help-seeking for teens, what other barriers are present and where youth are turning for support.
The Ortus Foundation breaks down silos to help advocates work together.
*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.
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