About
We are all aware that the virus is affecting the population worldwide, however, it is not just our physical health. People are living in uncertainty, losing their jobs, family and friends all while not being able to meet their support systems. Unsurprisingly for many, this invokes panic, anxiety and fear leading to a decline in mental wellbeing.
Mental wellbeing at this time is of utmost importance!
Create4Corona was born out of the desire to bring people together while doing something that benefits our mental wellbeing. Creativity is known to reduce anxiety, improve mood and increase brain function. Both connecting with others and giving are essential to our mental health. Let us build a community of creatives keen to share something special with the world during this time of stress!​
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100% of funds raised for The Mental Health Fund *
Create4Corona was originally established to raise funds for CrisisTextLine only, Some artists have not yet agreed to funds going to The Mental Health Funds and may go to CrisisTextLine Instead - this will be noted in the description.​
We believe mental health matters. Talking about it is essential. Creating and giving benefits it.
Hi there, thanks for stopping by! I started Create4Corona after being inspired by many different aspects.
(explained below)
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Thank you to all my family, friends... and of course, my cat.....who have supported me in turning ideas a reality!
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💜Jess
Mental Health
I work for a non-profit that serves communities after disasters and mental health has been coming up a lot
Creativity
Many friends have been furloughed due to COVID and I have seen them turn to creating and sharing
Connecting
I am currently studying Health and Social Care, and learned how connecting with others as well as creativity is good for our mental wellbeing
CrisisTextLine
I volunteer with CrisisTextLine (one of the beneficiaries) and I saw a newsletter come out with some shocking statistics
Our Mission
Creating community through creations, stories and donations; benefiting our mental wellbeing as well as our beneficiaries during this time of crisis.
Our Vision
To raise awareness for mental health while encouraging everyone to create, something that has proven to be good for our mental wellbeing. Raising funds for non-profits helping those whose mental wellbeing is negatively impacted by COVID.
THE MENTAL HEALTH FUND
The Mental Health fund is a partnership between Crisis Text Line, Kids Help Phone, Shout and SpunOut.ie.
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This fund aims to support the work of each organization as they grow to meet the increased demand of people in crisis.
Each of these organizations provides crisis intervention via text message, 24/7. If it's a crisis to you, it's a crisis to them. No judgements. No fees. No app to download.
These organizations recruit, train, and support volunteers who comfort texters struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, domestic violence, eating disorders, or other mental health challenges.
Since 2013, these 4 organizations have trained over 30,000 volunteers and exchanged over 150 million messages by text with people in crisis.
Due to COVID-19, in March these organizations have experienced a collective 40% increase in volume
CrisisTextLine collects a ton of data and as of April 14th, the most trending word, you might have guessed it:
Quarantine.
Click on each icon to visit their website
Data according to thementalhealthfund.com May 16 2020 and CrisisTextLine newsletter April 2020
More not so fun facts
4X
Conversations from Essential / Frontline Workers increased 4x in March
2/3
2/3 of texters are experiencing more intense anxiety and depression associated with COVID
CrisisTextLine April 2020
25%
Mentions of sexual assault and emotional abuse are 25% higher in those that mention quarantine
CrisisTextLine April 2020
CrisisTextLine April 2020
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with a Crisis Counselor
Free 24/7 support at your fingertips
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US and Canada: 741741
UK: 85258
Ireland: 086 1800 280