2025 Children's Mental Health Awareness Week is May 4th-10th. Champion registration is open!
By becoming a Champion, you are joining a growing network of Marylanders advocating for the mental wellbeing of children in communities across the state. Advocacy can range from hosting or joining an event, promoting the campaign through your social media channels, or simply using the campaign signature in your email. Signing up to become a Champion is free!
Our Champions are a vibrant network of passionate:
- School administrators
- Teachers
- Students
- Advocates
- Community members
- Family members
- Businesses
- Non-profits
- Service providers
- Government officials
- Government agencies
- Community leaders
We are dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, promoting protective factors, and increasing access to resources to improve the mental wellness of Maryland's children and families. This year-round campaign is emphasized during Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, May 4-10, 2025. The Mental Health Association of Maryland staff are here to provide you with technical assistance and help coordinating:
- Shared Learning Opportunities: Gain insights from statewide Champions.
- Event and Activity Support: Host impactful events to promote mental health awareness.
- Expert Training: Receive training on key mental health topics.
- Digital Resources: Access comprehensive materials to enhance your efforts.
All Champions will be acknowledged on our website and have opportunities to share events and activities within their communities to receive recognition for extraordinary efforts.
If you have any questions about signing up as a Champion, please visit our new Champion Corner, where you'll find all the information you need to get started, or read our Frequently Asked Questions. Please note: If multiple individuals from your organization, business or school will serve as champions, please fill out this form for each person, to ensure everyone receives the resources and support they need!
Interested in sponsoring the 2025 Children's Mental Health Matters Campaign as an organization or individual? Go here to learn about our sponsorship opportunities.