Empowering Minds,
Cultivating Hope.

Minematters Foundation brings honest conversations about mental health into schools, campuses and neighborhoods, so asking for help feels as normal as asking for directions.

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Minematters at a glance

One mission, two homes: United States and Nigeria
  • 501(c)(3)Nonprofit organization based in Plano, Texas
  • 300+People at our last event, MindFest 2025 at the University of Benin
  • 20+Community partners across Texas, Louisiana and Nigeria
  • 2 countriesPrograms running in the United States and Nigeria

Minematters calendar

Upcoming events

Dates worth saving. Tap an event to see the details and register.

NigeriaFree entry MindFest 2.0 Clear the Mind; Create the Vision Saturday, 7 November 2026 · 9:00 AM · University of Benin, Ugbowo

MindFest is our flagship event, hosted by Minematters UNIBEN. The second edition brings university students together for a day of honest talks about mental health, finance, career and personal growth, so they leave with a clearer mind and a sharper vision for what's next.

When
Saturday, 7 November 2026, 9:00 AM
Where
University of Benin, Ugbowo, Benin City
For
University students
Entry
Free, but seats are limited

What to expect

  • Talks and a panel on mental health, money, career and growth
  • The MindFest Talent Hunt, with ₦300,000 in prizes. Winners are announced live on the day
  • Speakers Fortune Nnamdi and Ibrahim Odion, with panelists MacKing Kalu, Efosa Oluwatosin Eweka and Shalom E. Uwaifo
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More dates will appear here as they're confirmed.

Why we exist

Struggles don't define people. Silence makes them heavier.

Minematters Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We start the conversations people avoid, close the distance that isolation creates, and put real mental health resources within reach of the people who need them.

We do it in classrooms, on college campuses, in community halls and online, working with schools, businesses, first responders and volunteers in the US and Nigeria.

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Our MissionWhy we show up

Minematters Foundation Inc. is committed to inspiring conversations that matter, erasing the shadows of isolation, and nurturing a culture where mental well-being is not just a goal, but a shared journey. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces the inherent value of each person, recognizing that their struggles do not define them. Through accessible resources, empathetic outreach, and stigma-shattering initiatives, we strive to build a sanctuary of hope and resilience.

Our VisionThe world we're working toward

We envision a society where the stigma surrounding mental health is replaced with compassion, where resources for mental wellness are easily accessible to all, and where no one hesitates to seek help. Through our efforts, we aim to contribute to a paradigm shift, making mental health education an integral part of everyday life.

What we do

Where the work happens

At Minematters Foundation, we believe in the power of collaboration. Our diverse initiatives cover a broad range of causes that address local and global needs. We work with partners, donors, and volunteers to provide resources, support, and advocacy where it’s most needed.

Get involved

There's a place for you here.

Pick the one that fits your life right now. Every one of them helps someone feel less alone.

If you're passionate about this

Volunteer

Help run workshops, events and outreach programs in your community.

Sign up to volunteer If you're a college student in the US

Join MFIUSCC

Start or join a chapter, lead awareness projects and inspire change on your campus.

Join the chapter If you're a college student in Nigeria

Join MFINCC

Join Minematters UNIBEN at the University of Benin. Learn, volunteer and help build safe spaces where no student carries their struggles alone.

Join the chapter If you lead a business, school or agency

Partner with us

Sponsor a program, host a workshop or bring our team to your people.

Start a conversation If you can give

Donate

Fund workshops, school programs and resources for students and families who need them.

See ways to give If you've lived it

Share your story

Your journey could be the reason someone else finally asks for help.

Tell us your story If you're struggling right now

Talk to someone

In the US, call or text 988, day or night. It's free and confidential. In an emergency, call 911 or 112 in Nigeria.

Visit 988lifeline.org

Stories

From the field

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Partners

The people who show up with us

Businesses, schools, first responders and community groups in Texas, Louisiana and Nigeria who make this work possible.

  • Brookshire Grocery Company
  • FRESH by Brookshire's
  • Raising Cane's
  • Coca-Cola United, Shreveport
  • American Red Cross of North Louisiana
  • Yokem Toyota
  • Mercedes-Benz of Shreveport
  • 4imprint
  • U.S. Army
  • U.S. Army Savage Company
  • Shreveport Police Department
  • Shreveport Fire Department
  • KHAM Radio
  • GSSL Radio
  • Turner Elementary/Middle School
  • Raiders
  • A Center for Hope and Change
  • Purse PowHER Inc.
  • All In The Family Services Inc.
  • Locus Eye Clinic
  • MYSMHI: Mind Your Self Mental Health Initiatives
  • Reachout Edo People Organization
  • Epic Choice Security Limited
  • D.O.E Group
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