The Jed Foundation

College and the transition to adulthood is a time of infinite possibilities. But for students struggling with unaddressed mental health problems, those possibilities fade. 

As the nation’s leading organization working to reduce emotional distress and prevent suicide among college students, The Jed Foundation is protecting the mental health of students across the country.

Guided by leading experts, The Jed Foundation is changing the way students and their parents think about mental health, paving the way for more young people to get treatment and helping colleges create safer, healthier campus communities. 

For Colleges
We provide policy guidance, access to research, and tools and training to help campus professionals effectively promote mental health and protect at-risk students.

For Students
We work to reduce the stigma students feel about having  or seeking treatment for emotional problems. We provide safe, accessible resources for students to help themselves or a friend.

For Parents
We provide insights and advice to help parents protect the emotional health and wellbeing of their college-age children.

Our work is also increasing the dialogue on college mental health in the national media and encouraging policy changes that will allow more young people to get the help they need.

Explore our site to learn more about our programs and how you can get involved and make a profound diference for college students across the country.