Since 1937, we have been pioneers in helping address mental health in Western Pennsylvania.
Still are.

Staunton Farm Foundation, through collaboration, innovation and advocacy, is investing in a future where behavioral health is understood, supported, and accepted. Now, in our 85th year, we continue to advance this mission; join us to spread the word of good work in our community.

Matilda Staunton Craig had a bold vision: provide people working on their mental health with “fresh air and sunshine.” While today’s activities look vastly different, thanks to powerful partnerships across ten Western Pennsylvania counties, the dream endures.

These three numbers could save a life: 988.

In July of 2022, 988 became the new three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This life-changing hotline for mental health crises should make it easier for people to gain access to services and, potentially, reduce police interventions.

Staunton Farm Foundation has long advocated for the hotline. And now, in light of its implementation, is working to ensure that the region’s mental and behavioral health infrastructure is up to the challenge. You, too, can help support this effort by working to #Fund988.

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Working for mental wellness

Staunton Farm Foundation, through collaboration, innovation and advocacy, is investing in a future where behavioral health is understood, supported, and accepted. Since the Foundation’s establishment in 1937, we continue to advance this mission; join us to spread the word of good work in our community.

In the News

  • PITTSBURGH, PA — 90.5 WESA, Pittsburgh’s NPR News Station and the region’s source for local independent journalism, today announced the premiere of Mind Matters: Mental Health in Western Pennsylvania, a landmark four-part news series paired with four free community town hall events. The series premi

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Staunton Farm Foundation
Staunton Farm Foundation6 days ago
June is Pride Month — a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ communities, honor authenticity, and continue advocating for inclusive mental health support for all. 🌈

LGBTQ+ individuals experience higher rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide risk due to stigma, discrimination, and lack of affirming support — which makes community connection and accessible care more important than ever.

Resources are available:
• The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
• Persad Center right here in Pittsburgh

Everyone deserves safe spaces where they can be seen, heard, and supported exactly as they are.

🔗 alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/DHS-Resources/LGBTQ-Resources
#PrideMonth #LGBTQMentalHealth
Staunton Farm Foundation
Staunton Farm Foundation2 weeks ago
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the first Mind Matters town hall focused on teen mental health and social media. 💚

Together, we explored the challenges young people are facing today and the importance of creating supportive communities where mental health is understood, supported, and accepted.

Resources and panel discussion highlights are now available through 90.5 WESA as part of the Mind Matters series, made possible through support from Staunton Farm Foundation.

Explore the recap and resources here: wesa.fm/mind-matters

#MindMatters #MentalHealthAwareness