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As a proponent of strong mental health for youth in Colorado, Second Wind Fund is deeply troubled by the Supreme Court’s decision to overrule Colorado’s protections against conversion therapy. For years, respected medical and psychological institutions have made it clear that conversion therapy is not only ineffective but actively harmful for LGBTQ+ youth and our […]

Colorado’s Youth Suicide Rate Drops to Lowest Level Since 2007 – A Milestone Worth Celebrating According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Colorado’s youth suicide rate has declined to its lowest level since 2007. Last year, among those ages 10 to 18, there were 39 suicide deaths – putting the rate at 5.85 per […]

Second Wind Fund stands with the LGBTQ+ community. Second Wind Fund exists to decrease suicide among youth by removing barriers to treatment. “Barriers” can take many forms. Often, they’re financial—families unable to afford mental health care. Other times, they stem from systemic shortcomings in a healthcare system that continues to marginalize mental health. But many […]

Second Wind Fund’s annual Walk/Run is back for its 24th year on September 21st at Clement Park. Join our new Executive Director, Gabriel Guillaume, as he reflects on the roots of this powerful tradition, the movement that drives our mission forward, and the hope we continue to build – together. Friends, Just two months […]

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