Strong Minds,
Bright Futures:
A Partnership for Child Mental Wellbeing
A growing statewide coalition committed to building a stronger future for Pennsylvania’s children. Launched in response to deep concerns raised by families, educators, health professionals, and youth during The Big Thing—a multi-year, community-driven research initiative, led by Children First, the Partnership is transforming how we support children’s mental health in our schools, communities, and care systems.
Across the Commonwealth, children and families are facing growing mental health challenges—but far too often, the systems meant to support them respond too late or not at all. Guided by five essential reforms, the Partnership is working across sectors to remove barriers to care, expand access to early intervention, and ensure that every child can thrive close to home.With Medicaid policies, local collaboration, and a commitment to prevention, Strong Minds, Bright Futures is building a system that works—for families, providers, and the future of Pennsylvania.
EVENT GUIDE:
AFFILIATE EVENTS
STRONG MINDS EVENTS
Join us for a Community Dialogue for Stronger Children’s Mental Health on Thursday, Dec 4, 5–7 PM at Lancaster General.
This is your chance to share your experiences, ideas, and concerns about mental health services for children and youth in our community. Families, students, educators, and local providers – everyone’s voice matters.
Your stories will help shape real solutions, improve access to care, and guide statewide efforts.
- Location: 2100 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
- Date & Time: Thursday, Dec 4 | 5:00–7:00 PM
-Register in advance: www.eventbrite.com/e/strong-minds-a-community-dialogue-for-stronger-childrens-mental-health-ticke...
Let’s work together to ensure every child in Lancaster County can access the support they need, when they need it.
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Prevention should come first.
Right now, too many children in Pennsylvania have to wait until crisis to get mental health care. Our system doesn’t cover preventive services but it could.
Strong Minds, Bright Futures is working to change that. Expanding Medicaid to include preventive and early engagement services would help children access support before problems escalate, saving lives and building stronger futures.
- Read our Reform Guide on Prevention to see how Pennsylvania can lead the way: strongmindspa.org/resources/
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Join the Conversation Lancaster!
Families, youth, educators, health providers, and community leaders are invited to a Strong Minds, Bright Futures Community Dialogue. Share your experiences, insights, and ideas to strengthen mental health supports for children across PA.
When: Thursday, Dec 4, 2025 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Where: Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, 2100 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
Register in advance: Scan the QR code or click here - www.eventbrite.com/e/strong-minds-a-community-dialogue-for-stronger-childrens-mental-health-ticke...
Your voice matters! Help us identify what works, what gaps remain, and how communities can support children’s mental health. Let’s work together to ensure every child has the support they need to succeed.
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