Since Hearts 4 Minds was founded, Rebecca Ackerman has been there to put her heart into the organization and its mission. After all, its founder, Sheryl Johnson, is her aunt and Alex was her younger cousin by four weeks. In 2017, Alex passed away after a prolonged battle against anxiety and depression. When Ackerman saw Johnson begin working to transform that tragic loss into something bigger, she knew she wanted to be a part of it
and she has been part of the organization ever since.

While the world will always have its problems, Ackerman believes in the power of the helpers.

The Players Championship announced that it has used proceeds from the 2024 tournament to award its Red Coats Community Grants, named for The Players "Red Coats," the past chairs who oversee the grant application process. 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the importance of mental well-being and celebrate the resilience of those living with mental health conditions. Here at Hearts 4 Minds, we're gearing up to make some noise and spread awareness throughout the month!

Hearts 4 Minds Founder Sheryl Johnson has been awarded the Melody Starr Anne Bishop Community Service Award.