180 Turning Lives Around Board of Trustees

HAZLET, NJ (August, 2026) – 180 Turning Lives Around has received a $25,000 grant from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. Made through The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, the donation will be used to fund the organization's 2NDFLOOR® Youth Helpline, a confidential resource that provides free mental health support, crisis intervention, and information and resources for young people ages 10 to 24 throughout New Jersey.

The grant is part of The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey's ongoing commitment to improving the health of communities across the state by supporting nonprofit organizations that expand access to care and essential behavioral health services. The funding will support continued access to timely, compassionate mental health support through the 2NDFLOOR® Youth Helpline.

"This generous support from The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey enables us to provide life-changing services through the 2NDFLOOR® Youth Helpline," said Liz Graham, CEO of 180 Turning Lives Around. "This grant will help ensure that young people across New Jersey have access to compassionate mental health support whenever they need it. Early intervention can make a lasting difference, and this funding allows us to continue being a trusted resource for youth during some of the most challenging moments in their lives."

“Horizon is proud to support 180 Turning Lives Around and the 2NDFLOOR® Youth Helpline, which provides critical mental health support and resources for young people across New Jersey,” said Jonathan R. Pearson, Executive Director of The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey. “This partnership reflects our commitment to expanding access to care and connecting our youth to the resources they need to thrive.”

Available by phone, text, and live chat, the 2NDFLOOR® Youth Helpline provides a safe, confidential space where trained professionals help young people navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, bullying, family conflict, and other mental health concerns. This funding will help ensure these critical services remain available to youth across New Jersey.

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About 180 Turning Lives Around

180 Turning Lives Around empowers survivors and families affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and other traumas. We help survivors of all ages find the strength to heal, rebuild, and turn their lives around. Our programs include safe housing, counseling, advocacy, and 24/7 helplines designed to support survivors on every step of their healing journey. To learn more, visit https://180nj.org.

About The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey’s philanthropic arm, The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, is focused on making New Jersey healthier by supporting non-profit organizations that expand access to health care, remove barriers to good health and increase opportunities for everyone to achieve their best health, no matter who they are or where they live. Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey and The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey are independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. For more information, please visit HorizonBlue.com/Foundation.

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