#YouAreNotTheOnlyOne
Our family mission
The Huntsman Family Foundation is committed to providing comprehensive cancer treatment, mental health, and substance use disorders treatment.
A family story
Mental health awareness runs deep in our family. Watch and learn more about our reason for launching #YouAreNotTheOnlyOne
Our legacy
The Huntsman Mental Health Institute has partnered with the Ad Council on a $65 million multi year initiative to address the mental health crisis in the U.S and to combat stigma.
More genes for inherited cancers have been discovered at Huntsman Cancer Institute than at any other cancer center in the world. These include genes responsible for hereditary breast, ovarian, colon, skin, and head and neck cancers.
The Huntsman Mental Health Foundation supports the Huntsman Mental Health Institute and its mission to transform mental health care through community, research, clinical, and education initiatives.
Huntsman
Cancer Center
We are transforming the way cancer is understood, prevented, detected, treated, and survived.
Advance access
Expand access to state-of-the-art cancer treatment, mental health, and substance use disorders treatment for all individuals in need.
Pioneer research
Lead pioneering research initiatives in cancer and mental health, driving breakthroughs that transform treatment methods and outcomes.
Foster holistic
Provide comprehensive support services to address the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of individuals battling cancer and mental health conditions.
Promote community
Educate the community on cancer prevention, mental health awareness, and substance use disorders to foster understanding and compassion
Cultivate hope
Empower individuals and families with a message of hope, resilience, and solidarity, creating a supportive environment where no one feels alone on their journey to healing.
Eradicate stigma
Remove shame from mental health and substance use disorders through education, awareness, outreach and community collaborations.
More than 1 in 5 US adults live with a mental illness.
Over 1 in 5 youth (ages 13-18) either currently or at some point during their life, have had a seriously debilitating mental illness.
About 1 in 25 U.S. adults lives with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.
- Source: CDC -
History of hope
It’s been clear to me since my earliest childhood memories that my reason for being was to help others. Jon Huntsman, Sr.
Jon Huntsman Sr.
(June 21, 1937 – February 2, 2018)
It all began with Jon. Jon Huntsman Sr. was an American industrialist, businessman, and philanthropist who founded the Huntsman Corporation.
His legacy Is visible in his family that established the Huntsman Cancer Institute, Huntsman Mental Health Institute and Huntsman Mental Health Foundation at the University of Utah.
His family’s work in cancer and mental health has included significant financial contributions, research support, and the establishment of programs aimed at advancing the understanding and treatment of cancer and mental health conditions. Their philanthropic efforts have had a profound impact on the lives of individuals affected by these health challenges, helping to improve treatment outcomes and support services for patients and their families. Jon’s passion for helping others is still seen today.
If you or someone you know if experiencing a emotional mental or substance use disorder crisis call, chat or text 988.
