It’s Simple to Shop & Support Kellin!
Shop online and support Kellin Foundation through Amazon Smile and Walmart Spark Good!
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are right around the corner, and with those dates in mind, there are some simple ways to support Kellin Foundation’s free mental health services at the end of the year!
Everyone loves a good deal, and that’s what makes Black Friday and Cyber Monday two of the biggest shopping day of the year…..so many DEALS! Did you know by simply connecting your Amazon and Walmart online shopping accounts to Kellin Foundation that you can support our services every time you shop? Amazon Smile donates a percentage of your shopping total to Kellin Foundation every time you shop through the Amazon Smile website and when you sign up to Spark Good through Walmart, you can donate the change to Kellin Foundation, intrinsically supporting Kellin Foundation every time you shop these sites. It’s easy to do! For instructions on how to connect your accounts and support Kellin Foundation, click the buttons below!
Shea’s Chase 5K Run & Walk Destigmatizes Mental Health Challenges
Shea’s Chase, November 5, will help support the Kellin Foundation’s effort to provide free mental health services to the uninsured and underinsured.
The November 5 event will help support the Kellin Foundation’s effort to provide free mental health services to the uninsured and underinsured.
Shea’s Chase 5K Run and Walk will be held 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, November 5, at the Stacks at Revolution Mill. The race aims to destigmatize mental health challenges and suicide, support survivors, and promote exercise as a tool for both physical and mental wellness.
Founded in 2015, Shea’s Chase honors the memory of Shea McKenna, who died by suicide on June 8, 2014. Funds raised will support the nonprofit Kellin Foundation in its mission to provide free behavioral health care to those who need it most.
To participate, register online at sheaschase.com. The fee is $30 per runner or $15 for college students, children, and military members. The entry fee includes a racer bib, custom T-shirt, and beer and beverages at the after party. Sign up with a team to be eligible to win the largest and fastest team awards, which will be distributed at 2 p.m.
Since its inception, Shea’s Chase has raised more than $300,000 for Mental Health Greensboro (MHG). This is the first year it will support the Kellin Foundation, which merged with MHG this year.
“We are honored the McKenna family is continuing this wonderful tradition. The funds raised at this year’s run will help provide free counseling, peer support and other to community members who are struggling,” said Kellin Foundation’s Executive Director Kelly Graves. “Together, we can prevent, treat, and heal.”
Shea’s Chase is sponsored by Cone Mills Charitable Fund, Kontoor, Renewal by Andersen, and Finn Dentistry.
Thank You for Supporting Journey to Brave
Our annual fundraiser raised more than $35,000 to help provide free services to the community.
The Kellin Foundation, its staff and board, would like to thank the greater Guilford County community for supporting the September 22, 2022 Journey to Brave, our annual fundraiser and community celebration at Center City Park.
Nearly 200 adults and children came out to enjoy the music of Gispy Danger, learn more about Kellin Foundation’s services, dance, and find fellowship with one another. With the help of emcee Tanya Rivera, we celebrated the joining of forces of the Kellin Foundation and the 80-year-old Mental Health Greensboro.
Now, we serve more than 13,000 people annually — thanks in large part to people like you! Through individual donors and sponsors, we raised more than $35,000 at Journey to Brave.
Our community needed you — and you came through.
A special thank you to Textile International Enterprises, Lake Jeanette Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, WellSpring Group, Grinz Orthodontics North Carolina, The Joseph M. Bryan Foundation, the Anderson Family Foundation, WDFC Radio 101.7 FM, Arrowhead Graphics, Inc., Triad Moms On Main, Bill's Pizza Pub, A Special Blend, Westerwood Tavern, and Crafted - the Art of the Taco for their generous contributions to this event.
Empowering Daughters on International Day of the Girl
Kellin Foundation executive director, Dr. Kelly Graves, appears on FOX 8 WGHP to speak about empowering daughters on International Day of the Girl.
International Day of the Girl is a day set aside to bring awareness to some of the challenges little girls around the world face. Kellin Foundation’s executive director, Dr. Kelly Graves appeared on FOX 8 WGHP’s Mommy Matters segment today to speak about how to empower daughters.
Wellness Support Classes Begin October 18th
Kellin Foundation offers free classes to support you in your wellness recovery. Learn to navigate your mental health with others who are on their path to recovery. Sign up today and take back your mental health.
Kellin Foundation’s Wellness Academy starts up with several new classes beginning in mid-October. In Managing Your Anxiety you’ll gain knowledge on how to navigate triggered emotions. Our Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) class will help you build a plan to recover the life you deserve to live. These classes meet in person and are great opportunities to learn how to navigate depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, and other mental health diagnosis while building a support network of peers who are navigating mental health as well. Did we mention it’s free? It’s never too late to start learning, might as well learn to recover your mental health. Click the pictures below to sign up. Make the move toward better mental health.
WRAP meets every Tuesday from 2-4 PM beginning October 18th.
Managing Your Anxiety meets every Tuesday from 5:30-7 PM beginning October 18th.
WFMY News 2 Cares!
WFMY News 2 cares about mental health in our community!
Kellin Foundation feels very fortunate to have the support of such a great news team at WFMY News 2! Thanks to news anchors Tanya Rivera, Lauren Coleman, and Itinease McMiller for their recent broadcasting of Kellin Foundations services and Journey to Brave event! We appreciate your dedication to bringing awareness about the importance of mental health in our community and are grateful for the attention you have given to Kellin Foundation! Check out the wonderful coverage WFMY News 2 has provided regarding Kellin Foundation!