Three Grantees, Three Honorees, Immeasurable Inspiration, New Friends, & Big Sponsors.
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See the warmth, elegance, and recognition felt on September 30, 2025.
Dr. Joyce Harrison
Outstanding Mental Health Clinician
Our 2025 Honorees.
Delegate Jamila Woods
Outstanding Public Service Award
Dr. Harrison is a child and adolescent psychiatrist at the Center for Developmental Behavioral Health at Kennedy Krieger Institute, and an associate professor of psychiatry at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. A nationally recognized expert and advocate, Dr. Harrison is transforming access to youth mental health care through compassion, clinical excellence, and fearless advocacy.
Delegate Woods has advanced groundbreaking legislation to ensure children across Maryland have access to safe, supportive, and responsive mental health care in schools and communities. Her work in public service brings hope, resources, and real solutions to youth struggling with mental health. She represents District 26, Prince George's County.
Stroll Magazine
Outstanding Partner
Through its thoughtful storytelling and community reach, Stroll magazines have elevated the importance of children’s mental health to audiences across neighborhoods and generations. Their partnership is not transactional—it’s mission-aligned and deeply human, reflecting a genuine commitment to stronger, more connected communities.
Our 2025 Grantees.
Safe Shores — The DC Children’s Advocacy Center provides survivor-centered services and support for children affected by abuse in DC and works to end child abuse and neglect as the DC Chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America. 2025 marks their 30th anniversary.
Morgan’s Message strives to end the stigma around mental health in athletics by empowering student-athletes through peer support, storytelling, and advocacy—so no one struggles in silence.
A nonprofit serving 4,000+ children and families across the DC area, The Lourie Center improves early childhood mental health through prevention, intervention, education, and care—regardless of ability to pay.
