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All youth deserve to feel recognized, accepted and cared for.
The mental health crisis isn't invisible anymore. But for too many youth, support still is. In any given month, 94% of youth are experiencing mental health challenges, with stress and anxiety as their top concerns, and in Los Angeles, 42% of youth report fair or poor mental health—significantly higher than the 30% national average—as communities face devastating wildfires, immigration pressures, and affordability challenges.¹ Yet only 1 in 6 young people feel comfortable seeking help when they need it.²
SEWI is doing the work so that youth can feel connected and supported by caring adults. We are providing essential mental health services and resources to those that may not otherwise have access. But we need your help.
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"Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives..."
- Brené Brown
It's no secret that the connections we form with others shape who we are and our overall wellbeing. As youth are discovering who they are while learning how to navigate the world around them, having connections to caring and supportive adults help youth build the resilience and confidence to navigate the challenges of daily life.
But the reality is that we are living in a time of true disconnection and uncertainty, which has only worsened the mental health crisis among youth today. Our young people are struggling to adapt to this ever-changing environment but one thing is for certain: the power of connections.
Download our free Building Connections Toolkit for activities to try with
your loved ones.
1/3
OUR IMPACT LAST YEAR
1994
youth received free mental health support
998
educators & youth development professionals trained
We could not do this without your support.
Thank you for making our young people feel like they matter and belong.
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Donate to our Building Connections Campaign.
Transform young lives by equipping youth and families with essential mental health support and wellness resources to thrive.
Your gift helps build healthier minds, stronger communities, and brighter futures.
Show Your Support, Wear It Proudly!
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The first 10 donors on Giving Tuesday, December 2 will receive our exclusive SEWI baseball cap with a gift of $25 or more!
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Details: Details: Embroidered design, adjustable strap, one size fits most.
Will be shipped to your billing address within 2-3 weeks of Giving Tuesday.
Sources:
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Blue Shield of California, "New Poll: 94% of Gen Z Youth Report Experiencing Regular Mental Health Challenges" (2025)
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AIM Youth Mental Health, "State of Youth Mental Health 2025: California Teens Are Demanding a Mental Health Revolution" (2025)
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