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Students Helping Students

What is Students Helping Students?

Students Helping Students is at the philanthropic heart of the IU Indianapolis Student Foundation. Created to nurture a culture of student philanthropy at Indiana University, this initiative comes alive during the fall semester through a dynamic, peer-to-peer fundraising campaign.  

We believe in empowering IU Indianapolis students to make a meaningful impact now, emphasizing that generosity knows no waiting period. Each year, the campaign raises funds for a student-selected cause that is dedicated to directly assisting students on the Indianapolis campus.

Prioritizing mental health

For the 2024 Students Helping Students campaign, we’re proud to announce our partnership with the Office of the Chief Health Officer (OCHO). Together, we’re on a mission to destigmatize mental health care on the IU Indianapolis campus. We’re excited to channel our collective efforts toward creating a campus environment that fosters understanding, support, and open dialogue about mental well-being.

Did you know?

Over 1/2of U.S. college students met the criteria for at least one mental health condition in 2021

4 in 10students consider withdrawing from college due to emotional stress

75%of lifetime cases of anxiety, mood, impulse-control, and substance-use disorders begin by age 24

Join the movement 

Students Helping Students is not just a campaign; it's a movement that celebrates the spirit of generosity and community. Let's make the 2024 campaign a resounding success and show the world the incredible impact that IU Indianapolis students can have when they unite for a common cause.  

Join us today in making a lasting impact as we work together to shape a campus community that cares for the mental health of each and every student. 

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