Purpose shaped by survival
Dominique Owens’ recovery after a life-changing crash became the foundation for a larger commitment to help people move through fear.
Impact
Impact is not a claim. It is what people can feel, use, and carry forward.
Our work is visible in honest conversation, reachable resources, youth participation and partnerships that move from intention to action.
What impact looks like
Connection becomes a pathway.
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People feel seen.
Welcoming spaces reduce isolation and make honest conversation possible.
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Resources become reachable.
Community members meet providers and organizations in a setting built for trust.
03
Youth voices lead.
Young people participate, express themselves and shape conversations about their wellness.
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Partnerships become action.
Organizations move beyond visibility toward practical collaboration and shared service.
Our accountability standard
Measure what matters. Publish what is verified.
Building a stronger picture of impact
As FAIF Foundation grows, we are strengthening how we document participation, resource connections, partner contributions, community feedback and longer-term outcomes. Verified results and program reports will be shared here as they become available.
Ask about impact and reportingFAIF through the years
Purpose carried forward.
Each milestone reflects an established part of the FAIF and MindFest story.
MindFest founded
Dominique Owens, Jasmine Presley, Lauren Muir and Renesha Martin began building a community festival centered on mental wellness.
The community gathered
The first MindFest brought free mental health education, wellness, culture and resources to Roots 101 African American Museum.
A fifth year focused on youth
MindFest Youth gathered young people, families and community organizations at PlayPort in Waterfront Park.
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