Breaking news: Troy Smith and Dollie Twiggs give $1 million to establish Mental Health Resilience Fund at Ohio State…Former Ohio State quarterback Troy Smith and philanthropist Dollie Twiggs have pledged $1 million to establish the Mental Health Resilience Fund at Ohio State University. This initiative aims to support mental health research and services at the university’s Wexner Medical Center, providing crucial resources for students and athletes struggling with mental health challenges.
Smith, a former Heisman Trophy winner, has been vocal about his personal struggles with mental health, including challenges stemming from his childhood in foster care and his post-football career adjustments. His commitment to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health aligns with similar efforts made by Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and his wife, Nina, who previously established a mental health resilience fund at the university.
By contributing to this initiative, Smith and Twiggs hope to create a supportive environment where individuals feel comfortable seeking help. Their donation underscores a growing emphasis on mental health awareness in college athletics and beyond.