In the News
Cities 97 Vol. 20 grant recipient
Jenny's Light was one of 46 Minnesota charities to receive a grant from The Cities 97 Vol. 20…
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Silver Leaf Design Jewelry
has teamed up with Jenny’s Light and is now selling a very unique & beautiful Jenny’s Light silver pendant. Please…
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Donate a Car for Jenny's Light
It’s an easy & convenient way to get rid of an old car while donating to a great cause. They…
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Jenny's Light T-Shirts
We have teamed up with Gear West Bike & Triathlon to bring you the official Jenny's Light clothing line. We…
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Pregnancy Magazine
We have placed our first ad in order to spread awareness of perinatal mood disorders. The full page ad will…
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Upcoming Events
Jenny’s Light Inaugural Charity Golf Tournament
August 10, 2009
Indian Hills Golf Club in Stillwater, MN
Registration open now!
Click Here for event website
Jenny's Light to Award $10,000 in 2009!
We are currently seeking proposals to fund projects or programs designed to increase awareness of perinatal mood disorders that address one or more of the following:
· Improve symptom knowledge and identification
· Improve knowledge of supportive resources
· Improve provider capacity to recognize and treat perinatal mood disorders
· Lessen stigma or misconceptions associated with perinatal mood disorders
Jenny’s Light is particularly interested in innovative projects that will reach women, families, and providers from diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility for Grants
Applicants must be non-profit organizations (exempt from Federal income taxes under section 501c(3) of the Internal Revenue Code), schools, governmental bodies, or under the supervision of such a group.
Funding
One or more grants up to a total of approximately $10,000 will be made to projects that best meet the above criteria.
Due date September 1, 2009
Click here to download application
About Jenny's Light
On December 19, 2007, Jennifer and Graham Gibbs Bankston tragically passed away. Jenny suffered silently with postpartum depression but her symptoms could have been detected and treated. Jenny's Light was created by her family to be a source of information, hope and inspiration. We strive to stop this type of tragedy from happening to others. The mission of Jenny's Light is to improve and save lives by increasing awareness of all perinatal mood disorders including postpartum depression.
Recent Media
The May issue of Triathlete magazine features a story on Jenny’s twin-sister Becky and her unbelievable 2008 season, winning the prestigious Toyota Cup overall and having her best season ever. From Triathlete magazines website: Triathlete's May issue features a story on pro triathlete Becky Lavelle and the tragic loss of her twin sister Jenny and her nephew Graham. Due to the overwhelming response from readers, we are providing follow-up information on the impact of postpartum depression on women across the country. Read the entire article'