Born This Way Foundation

"Arts makes therapy accessible to everyone. And digital journaling makes it relatable to teens, helping create community on- and off-line.”-Jeremy #ChannelKindness #BeKind365

⭐ WRITING FOR LIFE CONTEST⭐ 💜 Open to girls, gender expansive and/or LGBTQ+ youth in the U.S. aged 13-19 ⏰ Submit by August 1, 2025 🏆 First place will receive $1,500 and publication in Girls Write Now Media Submit at buff.ly/oVlgBpa

We received 4,000+ nominations for the #KindnessInCommunityFund from around the world — that’s more than double what we received last year! 🌍✨ Next up: vetting + input from our Youth Advisory Board (ages 15–24). 📣 Final recipients announced Dec 2025: bornthisway.foundation/kic/?utm_sourc…

#KindnessInCommunityFund nominations are due today at 12pm PST! 💖🚨 If you know a youth-led or youth-informed org creating inclusive mental health support in your community, nominate them for our Kindness in Community Fund: bornthisway.foundation/kic/?utm_sourc… cc: @pivotalventures

DUE TOMORROW 💖🚨 Nominate a youth-led or youth-informed organization uplifting youth mental health for our #KindnessInCommunityFund. Learn more + nominate: bornthisway.foundation/kic/?utm_sourc… cc: @pivotalventures

At E-DA, I found my people. I felt I could be honest and raw about my experiences and I would still be accepted and my voice heard." - Camila  #ChannelKindndness #BeKind365

3 days left to nominate! 💖🚨 Know a youth-led or youth-informed org making mental health support more inclusive? Nominate them to receive a #KindnessInCommunityFund grant by 12 PM PST on Friday, July 18th. Take kind action: bornthisway.foundation/kic/?utm_sourc… cc: @pivotalventures

Are you LGBTQ+ (ages 14–20) or a caregiver to someone who is? 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💖 Join a research study with Dr. Katie Edwards + the Family Acceptance Project to help families better support LGBTQ+ youth. Sign up + learn more: ssw.umich.edu/r/FAM @UMich

How do you care for your mental health through movement? Yoga, sports, dance, or just being outside? Share your story about movement + mental health—get $50 if accepted! 💸💚🏃 Rate: $50 per accepted piece! More info here: channelkindness.org/calling-all-st… #ChannelKindness #BeKind365

We recognize and honor Pride not just in June, but every day! Here's a playlist to help you celebrate and feel like your most authentic self! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🎶✨#ChannelKindness #BeKind365 channelkindness.org/songs-by-queer…

So grateful to @pivotalventures for joining us in supporting youth mental health and uplifting community-based solutions. Young people know what their communities need and this fund gives them the power to lead with kindness. 💞💞 Nominate an org today: bornthisway.foundation/kic/?utm_sourc…

We're proud to partner with @pivotalventures to support youth mental health through the #KindnessInCommunityFund.💗 We've extended the nomination deadline to July 18. Tag a youth-focused organization making a difference! 🌍 Nominate an organization TODAY: bornthisway.foundation/kic/?utm_sourc…

"From handmade friendship bracelets to personalized craft kits and our signature star bundles, every gift we deliver reminds recipients that they are not alone — there are people cheering them on." -Janne #ChannelKindness #BeKind365

"Whether through virtual community, creativity, or media that reflects your truth, #Pride can be yours wherever you are." -Sophia #ChannelKindness #BeKind365

You now have until July 18 to nominate youth-focused organizations for a #KindnessInCommunityFund grant 💗🌍 Uplift grassroots orgs supporting youth mental health, safety, + belonging and stay tuned for a big announcement! Nominate an organization TODAY: bornthisway.foundation/kic/?utm_sourc…