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Youth Mental Health Corps Expands to 11 States

10/26/2025

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The Youth Mental Health Corps (YMHC), launched by The Schultz Family Foundation, deploys young adults as near-peer supporters in U.S. schools and communities to address youth mental health.
The program aims to cultivate future behavioral health professionals and provide resources to underserved youth.
As of 2025, YMHC has expanded to 11 states with plans for further growth.
The initiative has bipartisan support, reflecting broad recognition of mental health needs.

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Story summary

The Youth Mental Health Corps (YMHC), launched by The Schultz Family Foundation, deploys young adults as near-peer supporters in U.S. schools and communities to address youth mental health.
The program aims to cultivate future behavioral health professionals and provide resources to underserved youth.
As of 2025, YMHC has expanded to 11 states with plans for further growth.
The initiative has bipartisan support, reflecting broad recognition of mental health needs.