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The FORT Teen Hangout

 A safe and supportive space for teens to connect. 

Virtual Teen-Led Support Group

Nov 14 - Dec 12, 7:30-8:30 pm

In-Person Support Group

Nov 19 - Dec 17, 6:30-7:30 pm

Cascades

First Friday Teen Hangout

In-Person

Jan 10, 7:30-8:30 pm

Fusion Academy

​​The FORT

Creative and interactive workshops in a safe, community space for teens

Jan 12, 1-4:00 pm

Sterling Community Center

FORT Camp: Winter Break

Jan 27 -28, 10-2:00pm

Trillium Gathering Center

Help our teens get through the rough times in their lives so they don’t get so overwhelmed or hopeless that they want to give up. 

With your help, we can spread acceptance, connection, resiliency and hope to our community and surrounding area and end the silence on suffering NOW!

OUR MISSION

To prevent youth suicide through awareness, upstream educational programs and activities that support and empower youth, families and the community at-large through acceptance, connection, resiliency and hope.

We're a 501.c.3 non-profit organization based in VA and all donations are tax deductible. 
Tax ID: 47-5129027

MEDIA COVERAGE

10 years after Ryan Bartel’s death, foundation helps Loudoun teens. The Ryan Bartel Foundation, started in 2014 after the suicide of its namesake, has helped over 10,000 youth its various programs. Read more

Innovative Programs Address Youth Mental Health. Mental health challenges among adolescents have reached critical levels, prompting urgent calls for action and support systems. 
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The Ryan Bartel Foundation is seeking 10 to 12 candidates to participate in the second cohort
of its Teen Mental Wellness Facilitator Training program.
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Bartel Foundation Uses New Grant to Continue Fighting Loneliness. The Ryan Bartel Foundation has been selected as a 2024 Kindness in Community Fund grant recipient by the Born This Way Foundation, cofounded by Lady Gaga and her mother. Read more

VOLUNTEER

We have many volunteer opportunities currently open including:

  • Teen writers and designers

  • FORT Workshop Providers

  • Program Assistants

  • FORT Workshop Leaders

If you believe in our mission and want to help, we want to hear from you! Apply now to volunteer! 

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