Acadia believes in fulfilling our responsibilities as a good corporate citizen. A key element of this is actively supporting causes that have a meaningful impact on people’s mental and physical health in our local communities and nationally.
Acadia is a strong supporter of many charities throughout the various communities in which we live and work.
The Jason Foundation – Youth Suicide Awareness & Education
One of the most troubling mental health challenges facing our communities and our nation is the large number of teenagers and young adults who are considering suicide. Suicide is the third leading cause of death for youth ages 10–24. More teenagers and young adults die from suicide each year than from cancer, heart disease, AIDS, birth defects, stroke, pneumonia, influenza and chronic lung disease combined.
At Acadia, we are deeply committed to preventing and solving this tragedy. As part of our efforts, we are a National Community Affiliate with The Jason Foundation, Inc. (JFI) in their work on youth suicide awareness and education.
JFI has more than 170 offices in 37 states, which provide programs and services to all 50 states. 60% of those offices are provided by Acadia. JFI’s programs and resources are donated at no-charge to any school, youth organization or community. JFI’s work includes student curriculums, professional development and in-service trainings, parent seminars and community seminars. In addition to significant financial support, Acadia provides phone responders, office space and group meeting spaces for gatherings of teachers, counselors and community members.
Additional Philanthropy
Acadia is also a strong supporter of many charities throughout the various communities in which we live and work, including:
- American Heart Association
- Alive Hospice
- Backfield in Motion
- Boy Scouts of America
- Center for Living and Learning
- Hospital Hospitality House
- Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
- Safe Haven Shelter
- Tennessee Financial Literacy Commission
- Tennessee Historical Society
