HRI's 2025 Spring Social and Fever Pitch Competition

HRI’s Spring Social fundraiser is back—and bigger than ever.

Join us for an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing youth mental health research. Connect with HRI’s researchers, enjoy light refreshments, and play a direct role in shaping the next breakthrough in mental health care.

A highlight of the evening is our Dragon’s Den-style Fever Pitch Competition, where early-career researchers will pitch innovative projects aimed at improving treatment and outcomes for youth and young adults experiencing mental health and substance use health issues.

As an audience member, you’ll help decide the winner! The project with the most votes will receive $10,000 to bring their innovative idea to life.

This free public event welcomes everyone! Whether you're a parent, youth, educator, mental health professional, a person with lived or living experience, or someone who cares about mental health—this event is for you!