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Parent Mental Health Webinar- Oct 5th

Learn the signs that indicate your child may be struggling with their mental health and…
Shine InitiativeSeptember 21, 2023
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Recap: Shine’s Wellness Day in Worcester

The Shine Initiative is grateful to the participants, sponsors, and vendors who joined us last…
Shine InitiativeSeptember 21, 2023
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Register Now: Refresh Fest ’23

You can now register for this year's Refresh Fest wellness festival in Worcester, MA at…
Shine InitiativeJuly 17, 2023
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Thank You, Sponsors!

A heartfelt and thankful shoutout to all of our sponsors who are making this year's…
Shine InitiativeSeptember 12, 2023
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Recap: Shine’s Soiree

Shine InitiativeMay 12, 2023
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Make Time for Your Mind Soiree!

"Walk This Way" to support youth mental health! Our annual Spring Event will be held…
Shine InitiativeMarch 28, 2023
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Save the Date: Shine Youth Summit

Register today to attend the Shine Youth Summit on April 13th, 2023 at the DCU…
Shine InitiativeMarch 2, 2023
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Watch the Railers Play Tonight & Support Mental Health!

The Worcester Railers hockey team will be supporting Shine tonight during their Teddy Bear Toss.…
Shine InitiativeDecember 11, 2022
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Recap: Refresh Fest 2022 at WPI

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone in the community who joined us for a day…
Shine InitiativeSeptember 27, 2022
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Join us for Refresh Fest 2022

Register online via our web site Events tab for free tickets to enjoy a day…
Shine InitiativeAugust 26, 2022
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About Shine’s Programs

Shine InitiativeJune 28, 2022
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Register for Shine’s 2nd Annual (un)Gala

Shine Initiative's (Un)Gala, Part 2! Join us in-person to support the mental health of our…
Shine InitiativeApril 18, 2022
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Thank you, Shine Sponsors!

Shine InitiativeSeptember 20, 2021
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60 Minutes to Shine!

60 minutes of music, poetry, and joy to celebrate all who lift their voices for…
Shine InitiativeMay 7, 2021
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Text Line for Mental Health Info

You can now text Shine's mental health infoline at 508-301-3309
Shine InitiativeJanuary 11, 2021
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Shine’s (un)Gala: featuring Sean Astin

The Shine Initiative's annual fundraiser to support youth mental health education and support throughout MA!…
Shine InitiativeOctober 14, 2020
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Shine Summit: Featuring MA Attorney General Maura Healey

This year's Shine Summit will be the largest yet. We’re lining up an impressive array…
Shine InitiativeJanuary 28, 2020
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Join Us at Tomorrow’s Railers Game & Support Mental Health

A big round of applause to the Worcester Railers hockey team for their support of…
Shine InitiativeDecember 19, 2019
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Introducing: the MindMatters App

You can download our mental health app here or here
Shine InitiativeOctober 25, 2019
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Upcoming Event: Shine Gala

Date/Time10/10/20195:30 pm - 8:30 pm AddressMechanics Hall321 Main StreetWorcester, MA 01608 Don’t miss this opportunity!…
Shine InitiativeOctober 10, 2019
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Mindmatters Teams are in 40 Schools

With the new school year, Shine student Mindmatters teams are now in 40 schools!
Shine InitiativeAugust 29, 2019
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Jessika Zequeira Selected for Leadership Worcester 2020

Jessika Zequeira, Community Education Specialist, selected for the Leadership Worcester Class of 2020!
Shine InitiativeAugust 16, 2019
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New Shine Headquarters

The Shine Initiative moves into the historic Davis Building, where the arts and community are…
Shine InitiativeAugust 1, 2019
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Shine Attends MA Nonprofit Network Conference

Heartfelt thanks to Seder & Chandler Law and to the Orchard Hills Athletic Club for…
Shine InitiativeNovember 9, 2015

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    • Get Support
      • Where Are You At?
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      • Toolkit
    • We’re Here
      • High School
      • Middle School
      • Elementary School
      • For Educators
      • For Parents/Caregivers
    • Bring Us In
      • Bring Shine To You
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      • Youth Mental Health First Aid
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      • MA Map
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