About Us

“We share information and resources to shine light on the socially stigmatized topic of mental health.”

Who We Are?

Young Tiger Foundation (YTF) is a 501(C)3 organization that provides prevention support, awareness training, and resources to assist individuals and their families in recognizing and addressing suicidal tendencies. Our target audience is young black males between 13 and 30 years of age. YTF also provides support for survivors of suicide.

YTF hosts conferences and workshops, and disseminates pamphlets and web content on both suicide awareness & training, as well as living a balanced life. We also facilitate information exchange and peer-to-peer mentoring using an electronic forum and other media. Register to become a Forum member.

YTF collaborates with other organizations that are aligned to the goal of ending this silent epidemic in our community.

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Memorial Wall

Shakir Stewart
1974 - 2008
Kalief Browder
1993 - 2015
Lee Thompson Young
1984 - 2013
Chris Lighty
1968 - 2012
Khaliyq Nazaire
1980 - 2008
Don Cornelius
1936 - 2012

How Can You Help?

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The 14-29 age group loves mentoring because it focuses on solutions right in the middle of living their lives. It’s that relevant.
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Become a Volunteer

Help us by raising awareness of mental health and providing support for the millions of Americans living with mental health conditions.
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Send a Donation

When you make a donation to The Young Tiger Foundation, you help us expand our efforts to help those with anxiety disorders and depression.
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”It sounds simple, but this saying can go a long way and is the most important saying to me personally. Whenever I am in a funk and hear these words, it automatically makes me feel comforted. Often times a person who has depression needs to hear this to know that they have support.“

I'm here for you

”I know that when I have a wave of depression, I don't want to be alone. I would rather be around people who mean the most to me. However, sometimes I'm too afraid to ask for their company. So, when they reach out to me and ask to come see me, it quickly gives me a little relief, and it can do the same for your loved one. On the other hand, some people like to be alone when they feel depressed, so by offering, you give them the chance to decide.“

2. Can I come over?

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”When people are feeling blue, the last thing that they feel is strong. They feel vulnerable, weak, and tired of fighting. I know I do. So, when someone tells me that they view me as this strong and courageous person, it makes me feel better about myself and shows me that I am capable of fighting.“

3. You're strong.

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