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BC2M revolutionized my view of mental health allowing me to not only take care of others but prioritize my own mental health as well.

Brendan Salisbury

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Brendan Salisbury

Class of 2024

Brendan Salisbury

In 10 years we've worked with over 100,000 students.
From all different walks of life
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48%

of club members are BIPOC identifying

19.6%

of clubs are in rural settings

52%

of club members are economically disadvantaged

38%

of club members identify as LGBTQIA+

Because, every conversation counts.
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No one is alone in this. 1 in 4 are diagnosed with a mental condition. It’s part of the human condition.

Glenn Close, BC2M Founder

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Glenn Close

Class of 1965

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What is a BC2M club?

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A Student-Led, Evidence-Based, Proactive Approach to Mental Health

BC2M clubs empower students to create empathetic and educated high school environments that prioritize wellness and self-care.

Leadership Development

Through leadership trainings, participation in BC2M's Teen Advocacy Board, mental health career pathway workshops and more, learn how to create tangible impact in your community.

Belong to a Nationwide Movement

As part of our network of over 100,000 youth advocates, you will meet like-minded peers, with the opportunity to connect through Regional Student Summits, virtual trainings and much more!

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Why do we do it?

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Teen Voices Matter

2015

    • Launched BC2M High School Program with a 
25-school pilot in the San Francisco Bay Area
    • Launched a two-year research project on the pilot phase at UC Berkeley
    • Scaled the pilot to include 50 schools, while launching the Teen Advisory Board
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2016 – 2017

    • Hosted the 1st annual BC2M High School Student Summit
    • Launched the first PSA to feature club Members with #MindOurFuture
    • Concluded the preliminary research project
    • Continued into the second year of student summits
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2018

    • Published Evaluation Findings from the research project
    • Began the first regional rollout in Southern California with 50 high school clubs
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2019

    • Continued regional rollout with 50 high school clubs in Arizona, New York, and Indiana
    • Launched the online program portal which provides access to a vast library of educational resources and activity materials for youth advocates
    • Launched the first BC2M Week, a five-day campaign that rallies clubs across the nation in a unified demonstration of our student-led work
    • Secured a contract with the State Department of Education in Indiana
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2020 – 2021

    • BC2M HS Clubs Go Virtual In Response To COVID-19
    • Launched the Middle School Pilot Program in Indiana with 10 schools
    • Launched the first Student Summits in New York and Indiana
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2022

    • Rolled out the Middle School Pilot Program in Southern California with 7 schools
    • BC2M’s first national staff were hired to launch the virtual management model for schools across the United States.
    • BC2M youth members attend the first Youth Mental Health Forum at the White House
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2023 – 2024

    • Launched the BC2M LGBTQ+ Task force
    • Launched the Community Equity Pilot (CEP) to further support the most underserved youth and communities
    • BC2M youth representatives attended the World Psychiatric Association conference in Iceland
    • Rolled out the full BC2M Middle School Program in Southern California with 40 schools
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LOOKING FORWARD

    • High School Program Playlist on BC2M’s YouTube Channel
    • High School Program Page on BC2M’s Website
    • 2023 High School Impact Report
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For us, every fear whispered, every hope shared, and every moment of understanding can dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health.
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Now, it's time to grow. Let's reach 800 schools by 2026!

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Bring Change to Mind has taught me that my voice is powerful, and I have the potential to use it to help the people I care about.

Sophie Possick

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Sophie Possick

Class of 2024

We’ve had an amazing ten years, but
We won't stop at just one decade
Now, we need your help.
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Forty Three States

LET’S MOVE INTO NEW STATES

Every state deserves access to mental health services for teens. It’s our mission to reach as many teens as possible.

Six Hundred Schools

Let's Start new clubs

More clubs equals more teens being proactive about their mental health and having their voices heard, more learning tools, and improved school culture.

Twenty Staff

Let's Build Capacity for Those Who Need it Most

Investing in staff capacity allows us to further create and implement equitable programs that address the diverse needs of all youth, especially those from underserved communities.

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Our essential work is
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 to our generous donors
 and supporters.

After 10 years, our donations have totaled:

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BC2M helped me kick-start my Mental Health Career journey and led me to do the Suicide Prevention work I do today.

Shriya Ambre

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Shriya Ambre

Class of 2019

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YOUR SUPPORT MAKES
 A DIFFERENCE

95%

of BC2M High School Club Members spend more time talking about mental health.

95%

of BC2M High School Club Members know where to find mental health resources.

92%

of BC2M High School Club Members take better care of their mental health.

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