MONDAY MEMO #85

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Happy Monday, partners! This week we are highlighting a range of resources, including many funding and professional development and training opportunities. Before we dive in, here are a few reminders and highlights from the RG team:

RG Highlights

New Regional Data Profiles Available: Resilient Georgia has released two new Regional Data Profiles, featuring local PACEs (Positive and Adverse Childhood Experiences) data to help communities better understand factors impacting child and family well-being. We now have developed profiles for Coastal Georgia, Resilient Communities of Southwest Georgia, Resilient Gwinnett, Resilient WEST, West-Central, Northwest Georgia, and Waycross Area/Southeast GA.

Resilient Georgia Trainer Information Survey: The Resilient Georgia Education & Training Committee is creating a statewide trainer directory and invites individuals who provide trainings on resilience, trauma-informed practices, behavioral health, prevention, recovery, and related topics to complete the Resilient Georgia Trainer Information Survey. Responses will help identify expertise, training opportunities, and resource gaps across Georgia. Please complete the survey by August 17th for a chance to win a $100 Visa gift card!

For BIPOC Mental Health Month, Mental Health America is hosting a free webinar,“Starting Culturally Affirming Therapy: A Guide for BIPOC Individuals,” on July 22 at 1PM. This live panel discussion featuring BIPOC therapists will explore how therapy can support personal and generational healing, offer guidance on finding culturally responsive providers, explain what to expect in therapy sessions, and highlight approaches such as somatic work, community healing, and narrative therapy.

The APA Stress in America™ 2025: A Crisis of Connection highlights growing concerns about loneliness and social disconnection among U.S. adults. More than 6/10 adults reported that societal division is a significant source of stress, and about half said they often feel isolated, left out, or lacking companionship. Loneliness affects both mental and physical well-being and many people feel they need more emotional support than they are receiving. If you or someone you know may need additional support, this article offers guidance on recognizing when professional mental health support may be helpful and how to take the next step.

Coalition Peer Connection Call: In July we will not have typical update calls, instead, all coalitions are encouraged to join our Peer Connection call tomorrow July 21st at 2pm.

Coalition Highlights

Resilient Communities of East Georgia: The Resilient Teens Summit will take place on

August 29 from 10AM to 4PM at the Columbia County Exhibition Center. Designed for

teens, the summit will feature a day of learning, connection, and activities focused on building resilience and supporting youth well-being. Registration is $15 per person and includes lunch, snacks, beverages, promotional items, and a summit t-shirt.

Resilient Southeast Georgia (Waycross Partnership): Attend a free Connections Matter training on August 11 from 11AM to 2PM at the Waycross Family Justice Center. This interactive training, presented through a collaboration between Prevent Child Abuse Georgia and the Georgia Center for Child Advocacy, helps participants understand trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), resilience, and brain development while providing practical strategies to strengthen personal and community resilience and better support individuals affected by trauma. Register here!

Resilient Northwest Metro: Cobb Collaborative’s Capacity Catalyst Training will take place on July 24, from 11:30AM to 1PM at the Cobb Chamber of Commerce. As part of the 2026 Nonprofit Capacity-Building Training Series, the workshop will focus on building sustainable monthly giving programs to help nonprofits generate reliable revenue, improve donor retention, and increase long-term donor engagement. Facilitated by Ronald Pruitt, CEO and Founder of 4aGoodCause, the session will provide practical fundraising strategies, and lunch will be provided. Register here!

Literacy

The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading’s seventh annual virtual gathering will take place July 27–31 bringing together education leaders, practitioners, advocates, and community partners for a week of learning, collaboration, and discussion focused on improving children’s early school success. Centered on the theme “Focus on the Gaps,” the event will explore challenges and solutions related to literacy, chronic absenteeism, family support, education policy, and equitable opportunities for children. The week will feature national plenary sessions on topics including the impact of artificial intelligence on learning, third-grade reading success, the science of reading, supporting working families, and strengthening community-driven efforts to help children thrive.

Professional Development

Georgia State Child Welfare Training Collaborative: Knowledge to Action Conversation on Youth-Led Solutions for Change: Join the conversation on July 30 from 10–11:30 AM to explore how youth leadership, mentorship, nutrition, and physical activity support youth well-being and positive development. Hosted by HealthMPowers, the session will highlight the Girls Empowering Movement (GEM), a youth-led initiative that empowers middle school girls to create wellness solutions in their schools and communities. Participants will gain insights into engaging young people as leaders and partners and learn from examples of youth-driven approaches that promote connection, confidence, and thriving.

Poverty Simulation Opportunity from Georgia State University School of Social Work: This interactive simulation provides participants with an opportunity to experience the challenges faced by individuals and families navigating economic hardship. Participants gain a trauma-informed understanding of the systemic barriers and difficult decisions experienced by families living in poverty. The experience includes guided reflection and discussion to encourage community solutions. Organizations interested in bringing the simulation to their community can contact the Georgia State University School of Social Work at cwtc@gsu.edu or call 470-279-1785.

Respectful Ways ATN Certification: Many programs describe themselves as trauma-informed, but Respectful Ways has earned certification through the Attachment and Trauma Network (ATN)—a rigorous external review process rather than a self-designated label. This certification reflects a commitment to meeting established trauma-informed standards and creating environments that support safety, connection, and resilience. For organizations dedicated to implementing trauma-informed practices with integrity, ATN certification offers an added level of accountability and credibility. Learn more at Respectful Ways.

Funding

The MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program, established by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) Foundation and the APA Division of Diversity and Health Equity, provides $10,000 over a two-year period to support community organizations improving the mental health of young people of color. Funding supports innovative programs that address mental health and substance use disparities, increase awareness, expand equitable access to care, and enhance culturally and linguistically appropriate services. The annual application period is open from July 1 through August 31.

William T. Grant Foundation’s Research Grants on Reducing Inequality: This funding opportunity supports research that examines and advances programs, policies, and practices designed to reduce inequities among young people ages 5–25 in the United States. Funded projects may focus on reducing disparities in academic, social, behavioral, or economic outcomes related to race, ethnicity, economic status, LGBTQ+ identity, language background, or immigrant origins. The program supports both descriptive studies that explore how interventions address inequality and intervention studies that evaluate the effectiveness of programs or policies. Major Research Grants provide $100,000–$600,000 over 2–3 years, while Officers’ Research Grants provide $25,000–$50,000 over 1–2 years. Applications are due July 29 at 3:00 PM.

The ACM Lifting Lives® Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations using music-based therapeutic interventions to improve mental, physical, and emotional health outcomes. The 2026 grant cycle focuses on healing through music and prioritizes programs providing clinical music therapy in healthcare settings, therapeutic music-based interventions for communities such as students, military members, and veterans, and mental health services for individuals working in the music industry. Eligible applicants must be U.S.-based 501(c)(3) public charities, with awards ranging from approximately $5,000 to $20,000. The 20th Anniversary Grant Cycle is open from July 1 through August 7, at 5:00 PM CT.

Morgan Stanley's Children’s Mental Health Innovation Awards: This funding opportunity supports innovative solutions that improve children’s mental health across the United States by providing resources, capital, and capacity-building support to nonprofit organizations. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) public charities with annual revenues under $5 million. The program offers two award categories: Innovation Awards of $100,000 for eligible nonprofits and Next Gen Innovation Awards ranging from $25,000–$50,000 for organizations founded and/or led by leaders under age 32 that have been operating for more than two years. Up to $550,000 in total grants will be awarded, and selected applicants may participate in a Leadership Learning Series. Applications are due July 24.

THANK YOU FROM THE RESILIENT GEORGIA TEAM!