Nonprofit Organizations for Women's Health and Wellness

The April T. Bocian Foundation honors April’s memory by raising awareness of mental health, depression, and suicide prevention. It connects community members with crisis-support information, promotes the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, supports women’s wellness through its EmpowHer Retreat affiliation, and creates volunteer and fundraising opportunities. The foundation’s work encourages compassionate conversation, education, and practical community involvement.

EmpowHer is a wellness and empowerment retreat program associated with and supported by the April T. Bocian Foundation. It is designed to encourage mental health, personal well-being, connection, and restoration for women. Program details, schedules, registration information, and participation requirements are available through the EmpowHer Retreat website. The foundation can also help interested supporters understand how the initiative aligns with its mission.

If there is immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. For suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or concern about someone else, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The April T. Bocian Foundation shares 988 as an immediate crisis resource; it does not replace emergency or clinical care.

Yes. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a nationwide service available by calling or texting 988 in the United States. It provides free, confidential support for people experiencing suicidal thoughts, mental health distress, substance-use concerns, or worry about a loved one. Trained counselors can listen, offer support, and help identify appropriate next steps during difficult moments.

Community members can support the foundation by volunteering at events, helping with fundraising activities, sharing mental health awareness messaging, or contributing individual skills and passions to its mission. Volunteer roles may vary based on upcoming initiatives and event needs. Reach out directly by phone, email, or the website contact form to express interest and learn about available ways to participate.

Golf outing sponsorships help fund the April T. Bocian Foundation’s awareness, outreach, and community-building efforts. Businesses and supporters can review sponsorship materials and complete the available sponsorship form for event-specific opportunities. Sponsorship participation also gives local organizations a meaningful way to stand with families affected by mental illness and suicide loss while supporting prevention-focused conversation and education.

Yes. The foundation’s annual Golf Outing offers team registration for participants who want to enjoy the event while supporting mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Registration resources include a player registration document and an online team registration form. Availability, event date, team requirements, and included activities can change each year, so review the current event information before registering.

You can contact the April T. Bocian Foundation by phone at 724-355-1909, by email at abocian@redsafetyids.com, or through the website’s secure message form. Include your name, preferred contact information, and a brief description of your question or interest, such as volunteering, event participation, sponsorship, or wellness resources. The foundation responds as soon as possible.