Mental Health Month
Since founding Mental Health Month in 1949, each May, Mental Health America has led the charge to promote mental wellness during Mental Health Month.
We are thrilled to share Mental Health America’s 2025 theme: “Turn Awareness into Action.” This theme celebrates the progress we’ve made in recognizing the importance of mental health – and challenges us to turn understanding into meaningful steps toward change.
Whether it’s through advocacy, education, community engagement, or direct action in our own lives, “Turn Awareness to Action” reflects our commitment to creating a world where mental health is prioritized for all.
Download our 2025 Planning Guide
MHA's Mental Health Month 2025 Planning Guide is your go-to resource for turning awareness into action this May. Designed for community organizations, workplaces, educators, and advocacy groups, this guide equips you with the tools to make a meaningful impact on mental wellness.
Inside, you'll find:
- Innovative outreach ideas to spark engagement
- Ready-to-use communication templates to save time
- Activity examples to inspire your planning
- Partnership opportunities to amplify your reach
Whether you're launching your first awareness campaign or have been celebrating Mental Health Month for years, this guide will help you create impactful events and initatives. Let's make Mental Health Month 2025 the most powerful yet!
Help us provide free mental health resources
Donate today to sustain Mental Health America's vital public education programs, including this year’s Mental Health Month planning guide. As a thank you, you'll receive an exclusive digital download.
Start taking action today
Become a Corporate Partner: Collaborate with us to support impactful initiatives like MHA screening program, youth initiatives, Workplace Mental Health projects, or sponsoring MHA’s Conference. Contact sallen@mhanational.org to explore partnership ideas
Support Mental Health Month: Help amplify awareness and action in May by sponsoring or participating in our campaigns.
Join MHA’s Advocacy Network: Get alerts and learn how to inform elected officials about critical mental health and substance use issues in your community.
Take a Mental Health Screen: Encourage individuals to take a free, confidential mental health screening at MHA’s website and take the first step toward wellness.
Become a Recurring Donor: Provide consistent support for MHA’s mission to ensure mental health resources reach those who need them most by making a personally meaningful monthly donation.
Organize an action-oriented event: Host a fundraiser for Mental Health America, whether it’s a pickleball tournament, bake sale, or livestream, your event can make a real impact. Reach out to Jennifer at jmolina@mhanational.org to explore ideas.
Shop our store and be seen in green
Green is more than just a color—it's the international symbol for mental health. Throughout Mental Health Month, we're encouraging everyone to wear green and show your support for mental health.
