Foundation 2 Crisis Services

01/22/2026

If you live in our Mobile Crisis Outreach service area, you can request a crisis counselor come visit where you are - including at home, work and the hospital. We can help de-escalate situations, connect you with resources and more. It's free and confidential.

Don't live in our MCO service area? You can call, text or chat with us, or request a MCO response from a provider in your area. We can help you connect with care, no matter where you are.

01/21/2026

Today is National ! A 20 second hug can act as a powerful emotional reset. It calms your nervous system, reduces stress and strengthens emotional connection.

If hugs aren't comfortable, similar benefits can be felt from holding hands, petting an animal or laying under a weighted blanket.

01/19/2026

We honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by recognizing mental health as a fundamental part of human dignity. Caring for our minds, supporting one another and breaking the stigma around mental health are powerful ways to live out Dr. King’s dream of a more just and humane world. Together, we can be a trusted support when life gets tough.

Our services and business office are open today. Call or text 988, or call 319-362-2174, to reach a caring, compassionate counselor any time, 24/7.

01/19/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

His words remind us that courage is revealed not in comfort, but in moments of challenge—when standing up for justice, dignity, and humanity matters most.

At NAMI, we carry that call forward by advocating for mental health care, equity, and compassion for all. 🕊️

01/18/2026

This week, community member Adam O. shared challenge coins with us that promote 988 and su***de prevention services for veterans. When calling 988, veterans can press 1 to reach mental health and su***de prevention services tailored for their lived experiences. Thank you for advocating for su***de prevention, Adam!

01/16/2026

Thank you to our group of volunteers from West Ridge Care Center who helped us organize in-kind donations! These items help young people who have aged out of foster care start independent living on the right foot.

Interested in volunteering? We have one-time and reoccurring opportunities for individuals and groups. Get started at foundation2.org/volunteer

01/15/2026

This week, we celebrate the remarkable career and retirement of Leland Freie, marking more than 32 years of dedicated service to our organization. Throughout his tenure, Leland held several roles, most recently serving as the Shelter Day Manager.

In recognition of his lasting impact, we are proud to name the kitchen at the emergency youth shelter “The Leland Freie Kitchen.” Over the years, Leland planned and prepared countless meals for the youth we serve. We wish you the best in retirement - you will be missed!

01/14/2026

Our Stand Up for Peace - Linn County team is doing awesome work to Our team with Stand Up for Peace - Linn County works to reduce group violence in our community. We partner with Linn County Public Health, Cedar Rapids Police Department, the Cedar Rapids Community School District and other community partners to reduce violence and build safer, stronger neighborhoods.

Learn more at standupforpeacelinn.com

When the community steps in to help resolve conflict, offer support and connect people to resources and healing, it can stop cycles of retaliation and replace fear with trust.

01/09/2026

01/08/2026

We have exciting news, thanks to Junior League of Cedar Rapids! Our Headquarters location in Downtown Cedar Rapids is getting a brand new kitchen to use for We Are AMP Iowa meals!

A special thanks to Corda Credit Union for launching this special campaign and making it possible. We greatly appreciate your support!

The Achieving Maximum Potential peer group meets at our facility twice a month. It is open to young people ages 12-22 who have experienced an out-of-home placement, such as foster care. Youth build life and leadership skills while advocating for positive change to Iowa’s child welfare system.

For about the last decade, Junior League of Cedar Rapids has provided a hot meal at every AMP meeting. When we moved to our new building in 2023, we lacked an adequate kitchen space. In 2025, Junior League of Cedar Rapids embarked on a campaign to make the new kitchen a reality, providing a safe, well-stocked kitchen for AMP meals for years to come.

We can't wait to share the new space, and see how it can help AMP youth learn and grow!

01/07/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

the story continues; semicolon tattoo event is back! Join us to get a semicolon tattoo to honor perseverance through a journey with mental health, self-harm or thoughts of su***de for yourself or a loved one.

This year's designs will be shared on our social media prior to the event.

No appointment necessary. Must be 18+. Tattoos are $100, cash only. All proceeds benefit our mission.

Sunday, March 1
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

VISIONAIRE Barbershop & Tattoo Parlor
1052 Mt. Vernon Rd.
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Thank you to BAMink and Art with Lin for being our tattoo artists this year at Visionaire Barbershop & Tattoo Parlor!