To bring together parents, youth, schools, healthcare providers, nonprofits, faith leaders, civic groups, and community partners to work side by side towards practical, informed solutions
OUR DRIVING FORCE
Youth mental and behavioral health challenges are rising—locally and nationally—and the impact is being felt in classrooms, homes,
healthcare settings, and communities.
- 1 in 5 teens has a diagnosed mental or behavioral health condition
- Adolescent diagnoses increased 35%between 2016 and 2023
- Anxiety increased 61%
- Depression increased 45%
- Fewer than 6 in 10 youth report receiving the social and emotional support they need
These are not abstract numbers. They represent our children, our students, our neighbors, and our future.
OUR SERVICE
The Fayette Youth Behavioral Health Alliance is a county-wide collaboration committed to strengthening the mental and behavioral well-being of young people ages 10–19 in Fayette County.
We exist because no single organization, school, or family can solve this challenge alone, and because our youth deserve a system that truly listens, responds, and supports them.
OUR IMMEDIATE FOCUS: LISTENING FIRST
The Alliance is currently conducting an 8-month Community Needs Assessment to better
understand:
- What support already exists
- Where gaps and barriers remain
- Which voices are missing from the conversation
- What solutions will actually work here, in Fayette County
The result will be a clear, data-driven action plan to guide long-term, sustainable changes.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE COMMUNITY RESOURCE DIRECTORY
Looking for help or support? Explore our comprehensive Resource Directory, developed by the Fayette Youth Behavioral Health Alliance, to find local services and programs available to you and your family.
Support FYBHA! Make a donation today.
Zelle: Please use information@fayettefactor.org as payee.
YOU ARE A PART OF THE SOLUTION
There are many ways to engage—whether as an individual, organization, or youth participant:
- Join the Alliance as a member or organizational partner
- Volunteer on an Action Team, including:
- Surveys & Focus Groups
- Data Research & Analysis
- Resource Development
- Youth Engagement
- Public Engagement
- Equity & Ethics
- Champion youth mental health in your school, workplace, faith community, or network
- Youth participation is strongly encouraged, your voice matters here
- Support the work financially or connect us with sponsors and donors
YOUR PARTNERSHIP
Sponsorships and donations make it possible to:
- Expand outreach and awareness through materials, events, and partnerships
- Collect and analyze reliable local data to guide smart decision-making
- Host public forums that bring voices together
- Maintain coordination and communication across diverse partners
- Turn volunteer energy into measurable, lasting impact
Every contribution helps Fayette’s youth thrive.
YOU ARE WANTED! Click here to join the Alliance
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT OUR FAQs
For answers to any questions you may have. If you do not find the answer to your question there, please feel free to contact us at information@fayettefactor.org or 678-489-3279