Grow Wellness Foundation

04/17/2026

Spring is a season of growth—and at the Grow Wellness Foundation, that couldn’t be more true.
Our Spring Newsletter is here! Inside, you’ll find updates on our impact, upcoming events, and the continued work to expand access to mental health care in our community.
Thank you for being part of this journey with us!

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04/16/2026

We’re proud to share this meaningful offering from our community partner, Grow Well Yoga + Barre + Fitness.

Yoga for Recovery is a FREE, trauma-informed class designed to support healing, stress relief, and resilience. Each session provides a safe, supportive space to build skills for nervous system regulation and overall wellness.
• Starting April 28
• Tuesdays | 6:00–7:00 PM
• Grow Well Yoga + Barre + Fitness, Naperville
This class is open to adults 18+ in recovery and anyone seeking a recovery-focused yoga practice.Learn more and sign up: growwellyoga.com

04/15/2026

Looking for a unique and meaningful gift this spring?

Give the gift of beauty, relaxation, and inspiration with tickets to Petals, Ponds & Pathways—a self-guided garden walk featuring six stunning private gardens throughout Naperville.

Perfect for:
• Mother’s Day
• Teacher Appreciation
• Or a special day out with friends
Friday, June 26 (1–5pm) & Saturday, June 27 (9am–1pm)
Tickets are $15 in advance (through June 23) | $20 day-of
Naperville | Rain or shine

Proceeds support local mental health access through Grow Wellness Foundation.
Get your tickets today: https://growwellnessfoundation.org/events

04/07/2026

Access to supportive, healing-centered practices is an important part of mental wellness.
We’re excited to highlight Yoga for Recovery, a free, trauma-informed class designed to help individuals build resilience, reduce stress, and support recovery.

Programs like this strengthen our community by creating space for healing and connection.
• Tuesdays starting April 28
• Grow Well Yoga + Barre + Fitness, Naperville
• Sign up at growwellyoga.com

04/01/2026

No joke—mental health matters. While today is known for laughs, we also recognize that mental wellness is something we take seriously every day. At Grow Wellness Foundation, we’re committed to expanding access to care so individuals and families can get the support they deserve.

03/30/2026

We’re proud to spotlight Mike Thoma, a valued member of the Grow Wellness Foundation Board whose leadership and personal commitment to mental health make a meaningful impact on our mission.

Mike spent over 25 years with Hewlett Packard, building a successful career in sales and sales management. His experience leading teams and driving growth brings valuable insight to our board and helps strengthen our organization’s long-term impact.

Mike’s passion for mental health is deeply personal. “I have experienced unimaginable grief in my life and have benefitted greatly from the resources at Grow Wellness. Mental health is often overlooked and underfunded — yet it may be the last frontier in medical advancement. Awareness is the first step toward progress and healing.” His perspective is a powerful reminder of why access to care matters — and why our work is so important.

When he’s not serving, Mike enjoys spending time with his family — his wife Linda, daughters Samantha and McKenzie, their husbands, and his grandchildren, Maisie and Wesley. He also enjoys golfing, cooking, and traveling.

We are grateful for Mike’s leadership, vulnerability, and dedication to expanding access to mental health care in our community.

Join Mike in making a difference. Support access to care today: https://growwellnessfoundation.org/donate

03/23/2026

When mental health care is accessible, lives change.

Through the support of our donors and community partners, students and families are receiving the therapy and resources they need to heal and grow in a familiar environment.

Thank you for helping us expand access to care.

03/20/2026

Spring is a season of renewal and growth. With the right support, healing can take root and new hope can bloom.

At Grow Wellness Foundation, we are working to ensure individuals and families in our community have access to the mental health care they need to thrive.

03/20/2026

Today is National Let’s Laugh Day 😊

Laughter can reduce stress, lift your mood, and create moments of connection—especially when they’re needed most.

At Grow Wellness Foundation, we believe mental wellness is built through both big and small moments of support, healing, and connection.

Because access to care helps create more of these moments.

💬 What makes you laugh?

03/18/2026

Behind every healing journey is a therapist who listens, supports, and guides with compassion.
We are grateful for the dedicated professionals who help individuals and families navigate life’s challenges every day.

Thank you to the therapists who make mental wellness possible.

03/13/2026

Thank you to our friends at Grow Wellness Group for your Dreamer level sponsorship of the IPEF Inspire Breakfast!

Visit https://secure.qgiv.com/for/inspirebreakfast/event/inspirebreakfast2026/ to secure your seats for the breakfast today! Ticket sales end Monday, March 16th.

03/11/2026

Grow Wellness Foundation was honored to participate in the Mental Health & Wellness Symposium held March 7th..

We extend our sincere thanks to IPEF for hosting such an impactful event focused on education, awareness, and mental wellness.

A special thank you to presenters Dave Dennis, Eddie Perry, and Wendy Hayum-Gross for sharing their knowledge and helping advance important conversations around mental health.

We are grateful to be part of a community committed to supporting mental wellness for all.