Kick The Stigma

04/23/2026

Kick The Stigma 2026 Yard Signs are in! If we can place one in front of your home or business please comment below. Please help us Kick the Stigma today and everyday!

04/22/2026

Ending stigma starts with sharing our stories.
We invite you to tell yours — in the hope it may help reduce stigma, reflect its real‑life impact, or give strength to others walking a similar path.
Your story matters.

04/19/2026

National Volunteer Week 2026 April 19–25. National Volunteer Week is designed to honor volunteers, spotlight their contributions, and inspire others to get involved.

04/16/2026

Today was a great day for mental health in our community. We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to be invited on The Contact Show on Connect FM this morning.
A big thank you to Mrs. Javens for supporting and encouraging these students every step of the way, and to DuBois Area Schools for giving them the opportunity to share their voices on such an important topic.
Most importantly, a huge shout-out to these four young ladies for stepping up and embracing the moment. They represented themselves and our community so well. Strong, smart, and confident—they’re more than ready to take on whatever life throws their way.

Mental health, and the upcoming "Kick the Stigma-Day of Wellness" in the DuBois City Park, were the topics explored on today's CONTACT program on Connect FM. Kick the Stigma co-founder Aaron Beatty led a discussion with four DuBois Area High School students.

Listen to the Contact podcast here -- https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/contactonconnect/episodes/Contact---Kick-the-Stigma---April-16--2026-e3i0fmu

04/13/2026

🥒 Let’s Play Some Pickleball! 🎾
Grab a partner and get ready to d**k, smash, and laugh your way through our Pickleball Tourney & Fun Play, part of the Kick the Stigma Day of Wellness!
📅 Saturday, May 30
⏰ First serve at 9:00 AM
📍 DuBois City Park Tennis Courts
💲 Just $15 per team
👯‍♂️ Doubles tournament
🔥 Double-elimination = more play time!
🏆 Prizes for top teams
Only 12 teams can compete—so don’t wait!
(Just one player per team needs to sign up.)
👟 New to pickleball?
No problem! Secondary courts will be open for learning, practice, and kids’ play—fun for everyone!
👉 [Register Now & Join the Fun!]
Hosted by DuBois YMCA
25 Parkway Drive, DuBois, PA 15801
📞 (814) 375-9622
🌐 www.duboisymca.org

04/06/2026

🙌 Shout‑out to schools, friend groups, and rec teams!
Let’s run some kickball and kick mental health stigma while we’re at it 🧠💚 Registration is open!! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZ3qOx2v239xbJx0gL3gDCB00epUE6x4hFp3vROlmLk6JXkA/viewform

04/03/2026

The Kick the Stigma Art Contest invites students K-12th grade to use creativity to explore what ending stigma means to them and help build a more respectful, inclusive community. Your artwork can help start conversations, show support, and make a difference. Check it out: https://www.kickthestigma.info/art-contest/

04/01/2026

World Autism Acceptance Month is an opportunity for everyone to come together and raise awareness, acceptance, and create a society where autistic people are supported and understood. Whether you’re at home, at school, or at work, your involvement can make a real difference. It’s about how you show up, whether you’re supporting your autistic colleagues, students, or family members, your actions can help create an inclusive and accepting world.

03/26/2026

Your story matters. 💛
Share your experience to help break stigma, support others, and remind people they’re not alone. There’s no right or wrong way to share—just be you.
All stories are welcome.
Scan the QR code to learn more.

03/10/2026

Governor Shapiro Proclaims March 2026 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

https://irp.cdn-website.com/51c67ca0/files/uploaded/Developmental+Disabilities+Awareness+Month+2026+PDF.pdf

03/04/2026

🎪 Calling All Community Partners! 🎪🦸‍♀️
CenClear’s Community Carnival: Superheroes for Safety is coming to three locations this April — and we’re looking for local businesses and organizations to join the fun!
This family-friendly series of events brings communities together to promote safety, connection, and fun for all ages. 🌟
If your company would like to participate as a vendor, sponsor, or activity partner, we’d love to hear from you!
📩 Contact Mason Strouse
✉️ mstrouse@cenclear.org
📞 814-342-5678 Ext. 2244

03/02/2026

🎉 Students — we want YOU!
Kick The Stigma is planning our Day of Wellness May 30th, and we need your ideas, creativity, energy and perspective to help build a meaningful community event.
Join any of our monthly meetings and help shape activities, stage performances, marketing, and more.
Your voice makes this event stronger. 💙
💬 Want to get involved? Message us or join via the Zoom links listed.