JMM Dance Co. is on a mission to transform mental health in California's schools by integrating Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) with the powerful medium of dance. With your support, we’ll distribute SEL Dance Journals to 2,000 students in 25 schools across the Central Coast of California, providing a holistic approach to mental health education through assemblies and workshops.

Mental health is a critical issue facing students today—particularly in underserved, rural communities where resources are few. Our unique program equips students and educators with tools to address mental health through movement, reflection, and emotional intelligence.

California’s underserved school districts face significant barriers to mental health support. 80% of the students we serve are from low-income households, and 70% are Latino farmworkers or children from multi-generational agricultural families. These communities need access to mental health resources that go beyond traditional therapy, and our SEL Dance Journals offer a creative, sustainable solution.

Through this campaign, we aim to raise $35,000 to distribute 5,000 journals and provide 95 mental health assemblies across the state. Our goal is not just to distribute resources, but to spark a movement of mental well-being in schools, with dance as the vehicle for learning, connection, and growth.

Our Impact So Far:

Over 800 students have already benefited from our SEL programs, gaining essential life skills to manage stress, build resilience, and create a supportive school culture.
We’ve worked in rural districts with few to no SEL resources, making a direct impact on school environments.
90% of teachers who participated in our programs report an improvement in student engagement and emotional well-being.
Our holistic model addresses bullying and school violence, creating more inclusive and safe spaces for all students.

The Problem:

1 in 5 students face bullying every day, and 1 in 10 students don’t feel safe at school (National Center for Education Statistics).
Mental health issues in youth are rising, but only 1 in 5 students receive adequate mental health care.
Our schools need a proactive solution that combines practical strategies with creative expression, making SEL tangible and engaging for students.

How Your Donation Will Help:

The funds raised in this campaign will directly support:

Distributing 1,000 SEL Dance Journals to students in underserved schools across California.
Hosting 25 mental health assemblies that equip students and educators with tools for emotional resilience, stress management, and self-regulation.
Providing training for teachers so they can use the journals year-round and integrate SEL strategies into their classroom practices.

The Power of This Movement:

Your donation is an investment in the emotional well-being of California’s students. By supporting this campaign, you’re helping us reach 95 schools—impacting thousands of students who need these tools now more than ever. With your support, we can make mental health education accessible and engaging, using SEL and dance as a vehicle for empowerment, healing, and connection.

The Bigger Picture:

JMM Dance Co. is not just a program; it's a movement. By integrating SEL into daily school routines with dance journals, we’re addressing the root causes of school violence, bullying, and mental health issues in underserved communities. Together, we can help create a future where every student has the emotional tools they need to succeed.

Let’s Make It Happen:

With your help, we can reach our goal of $35,000, ensuring that every student in the schools we serve has access to the SEL Dance Journals and mental health support they need. This is your chance to be part of something bigger—helping California’s youth build emotional resilience and a brighter future.

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Empower Schools with SEL Dance Journals

Supporting Mental Health in California’s Underserved Communities

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