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The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan is a local nonprofit that provides mental health education through our signature program, be nice. program is implemented for individuals of all ages in schools, businesses, places of worship, and communities. Each program us taught using the be nice. action plan to notice, invite, challenge, and empower yourself or someone struggling with their mental health. Empower yourself today by learning each step of the action plan at www.benice.org.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, JUNE 21Our FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Training provides education on signs and ...
06/17/2026

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, JUNE 21

Our FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Training provides education on signs and symptoms of mental health crises to notice as well as building confidence in how they may invite a youth who is struggling to appropriate resources.

Youth MHFA Registration: https://learn.benice.org/49sSrf1
💻 Virtual/Blended: participants will complete self-paced pre work (approx. 2 hours) and then complete the second part virtually via Zoom.

What an honor to be highlighted by Broadway Grand Rapids for the Outsiders musical! ✨ Our team not only was able to rais...
06/16/2026

What an honor to be highlighted by Broadway Grand Rapids for the Outsiders musical! ✨ Our team not only was able to raise awareness of our mission and mental health action plan but were also able to have meaningful conversations with attendees about mental health, a reoccurring theme throughout the show.

We repurposed old tires to reflect the gritty and industrial set of the production and invited folks to share what helps them stay gold! We quickly filled several tires, displaying the different protective factors individuals rely on to stay grounded and mentally healthy. It was such a hit, some of our tires made it to the official DeVos Performance Hall photo booth, cementing as an interactive memory attendees can reflect on. 💛🛞 We also passed out limited edition be nice. bracelets with the iconic “stay gold” line to remind ourselves to continue to shine bright!

Thank you to everyone who participated. We hope you enjoyed the show as much as we all did! 👏🎭

06/16/2026

We are so proud of our community partner, West Michigan Community Tennis! The community that they are building with the support and advocacy around mental health is transformative. Keep up the great work! We love doing it alongside you all! 💚🩷🎾

Meet Autumn! 💚🩷The lore with Autumn goes deep, back to being 12 years old and participating in our Stomp Out Stigma walk...
06/15/2026

Meet Autumn! 💚🩷

The lore with Autumn goes deep, back to being 12 years old and participating in our Stomp Out Stigma walk! As a be nice. Ambassador, Autumn represents our mission by helping us spread mental health awareness surrounding the be nice. action plan.

Our Ambassadors are a vital part of the work we do. We are so grateful for Autumn's warm demeanor and passion for making this world brighter by reminding others that they are not alone. Next time you see Autumn at one of our events, be sure to say hello! 🦋

Interested in becoming a be nice. Ambassador?
Learn more here: https://www.benice.org/ambassador-project

The annual silent auction to benefit us, The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan, is taking place again on Sunday,...
06/13/2026

The annual silent auction to benefit us, The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan, is taking place again on Sunday, June 14! 🎉

Bringing the community together with a focus on supporting mental health awareness, education and local programs, this silent auction features items and experiences that are available for bidding! Bidders can participate online through the Facebook event and/or in person at the Greenville Pizza Hut!

The money raised will funnel back into West Michigan, supporting programming to reduce stigma, strengthen support for community members facing mental health challenges, and accessibility to mental health resources.

Featured bidding items are able to be offered through the generosity of Greenville's local businesses, community partners and sports teams. A huge thank you to The Appliance Patch and FabX Industries for making this happen! 💚🩷

We invite you to attend, invite others, and be part of an evening that turns community support into meaningful impact.

🗓 June 14, 2026
⏰ 1pm-9pm
📍In person: Pizza Hut - 815 N Lafayette St, Greenville, MI, United States, 48838
🖥 Facebook event details and online bidding directions: https://bit.ly/4uYZ3Kx

Be the adult that can make a difference. Our FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Training empowers participants with the ...
06/11/2026

Be the adult that can make a difference.

Our FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Training empowers participants with the education of what to notice when it comes to signs and symptoms of mental health crises, building confidence in how they may interact with a youth who are struggling, as well as learning the appropriate steps to take when connecting youth to helpful resources.

Youth MHFA Registration: https://learn.benice.org/49sSrf1
💻 Virtual/Blended: participants will complete self-paced pre work (approx. 2 hours) and then complete the second part virtually via Zoom.

06/10/2026

What does it really mean to work in psychiatric nursing? Yianna Papadeas joins the be nice. podcast to share her experiences supporting individuals through some of their most challenging moments while helping break down the stigma surrounding mental illness. From psychiatric nursing to social media advocacy, Yianna discusses the power of education, empathy, and honest conversations in creating a more supportive community.

Advocating for a world where everyone experiences belonging. 🏳️‍🌈 Allyship through clothing and accessories can be a pow...
06/10/2026

Advocating for a world where everyone experiences belonging. 🏳️‍🌈

Allyship through clothing and accessories can be a powerful tool. It opens up opportunities to spark meaningful conversations with those around you, challenge societal stigmas, normalize inclusivity and act as a visual signal that you are in support of marginalized communities.

Our Pride hat, available year-round, is a great accessory to show endorse mental health and the LGBTQ+ community in one go. Bonus: it will keep your face protected from the summer sun during Pride parades and celebrations! 🌞🎉

Shop here: https://www.benice.org/shop/be-nice-pride-hat

We kicked off our Care Beyond the Chair. programming with an open training! 💈This seminar is structured for beauty indus...
06/08/2026

We kicked off our Care Beyond the Chair. programming with an open training! 💈

This seminar is structured for beauty industry professionals, particularly hair stylists and barbers. We utilize the be nice. action steps— notice, invite, challenge, empower— to teach stylists hot to recognize signs of mental health changes, starting meaningful conversations pertaining to mental health, steps for taking action, and building resilience.

Stylists touch the lives of so many people every day! The connections they build and the trust they earn make them uniquely positioned to be a champion for mental health in the community. We are grateful for the participants who took the time to engage, grow, and be a mental health advocate. 💚🩷

Working together to build stronger, more resilient communities, one conversation at a time! Next up, cosmetology schools!

We are so grateful for Broadway Grand Rapids highlighting us! As well as providing an opportunity to dive into the theme...
06/08/2026

We are so grateful for Broadway Grand Rapids highlighting us! As well as providing an opportunity to dive into the themes of mental health within The Outsiders. ✨ Tune in for the conversation! And if you plan to attend the show, make sure to stop by our table and say hi!

Address

160 68th Street SW Suite 120
Grand Rapids, MI
49548

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16163898601

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