Lee Thompson Young Foundation

12/31/2025

⏰ Last chance to give in 2025!
A year-end donation to LTYF directly supports mindfulness scholarships and mental wellness programming for students navigating stress and transition.
Every gift—no matter the size—creates real impact.
💙 Make your final act of the year one that changes lives:

DONATE

12/30/2025

2 Days to Give: Support LTYF Mindfulness Scholarships -

12/02/2025

💛✨ It’s Giving Tuesday! Join us in fueling mindfulness, resilience, and success for LTY Foundation Mindfulness Scholars. Your support today helps us continue this life-changing work.

We are dedicated to erasing the stigma associated with mental illness, advancing holistic health treatments and improving the lives of all those impacted.

08/28/2025

🌱✨ Introducing our Mindfulness 2025 Cohort!
We’re so excited to welcome a new group of students dedicated to growth, balance, and community. This year’s cohort will explore mindfulness practices, stress management, and ways to thrive both academically and personally. Together, we’re creating a supportive space for learning, healing, and empowerment. 💫

August 28 (8/28) is a powerful day in Black philanthropy: “Give 8/28” is a national giving movement that uplifts Black‑led and Black‑benefiting nonprofits — a vital day for championing resilience, roots, and community-driven impact. Founded in 2018, the initiative has raised nearly $1 million to date, spotlighting grassroots organizations that often fly under the radar yet make incredible change  .

📅 Today is 8·28 — Day of Giving ❤️
Join us in uplifting students and supporting their wellness. Every contribution makes a difference. https://www.give828.org/organization/Lee-Thompson-Young-Foundation

03/12/2025

Scholarship ALERT⏰ the LTY Foundation Financial and Emotional Support Scholarship for First-Year College Students is NOW OPEN. Link in bio on how to apply.

12/03/2024

Hear from Tony what being in the Mindfulness Scholarship program did for him and why mindfulness is important.

Consider donating to The Mindfulness Scholarship at
https://givingtuesday.mightycause.com/organization/Lee-Thompson-Young-Foundation
Scholarship applicants will receive financial assistance and join the LTYF Mindfulness group. They will receive virtual support throughout their first semester of college from peers and mental health professionals.

We want to raise $10,000 to award eight scholarships in 2025. With your help, we can reach this goal and change the lives of 8 deserving students.

Donate now and help us reach our goal!

12/01/2024

Hear from Shawn what being in the Mindfulness Scholarship program did for him and why mindfulness is essential.

Consider supporting The Mindfulness Scholarship for
https://givingtuesday.mightycause.com/organization/Lee-Thompson-Young-Foundation

11/25/2024

We are excited to launch the 3rd year of our scholarship fund that will provide scholarships for academically/creatively gifted high school seniors.

By donating to the for on you will be supporting the Mindfulness Scholarship Fund. Providing much-needed financial assistance, mental and emotional support groups facilitated with a mental health professional for first time college during the Fall of 2025.

We want to raise $10,000 to award eight scholarships in 2025. With your help, we can reach this goal and change the lives of 8 deserving students.

Donate now and help us reach our goal! on is on DEC 3rd. Please Share, Follow, Like, and spread awareness and holiday cheer this giving season.

11/14/2024

Our breathwork focus this week is on Diaphragmatic Breathing, a technique that promotes deep, healthy breathing by engaging the diaphragm. 🌱✨

🔍 What is Diaphragmatic Breathing?
Also known as "belly breathing," this technique encourages breathing deeply into the abdomen rather than shallowly into the chest. It activates the diaphragm, allowing more oxygen to enter your body and calming your nervous system.

Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing:

- Boosts relaxation and reduces stress
- Improves oxygen flow to the body’s tissues
- Enhances core stability and posture
- Helps manage anxiety and nervousness

🫁 Place one hand on your chest, the other on your belly, and feel the difference as you breathe deeply. 🫁

Breathe with intention and share the benefits of this simple yet profound practice with a friend. 🌬️