Foundation | Fgwellness

Empowering Tomorrow, One Mind at a Time.

FGwellness Life Foundation is a community-based organization dedicated to promoting youth mental health and raising awareness among parents and teachers — the key influencers in a child’s life.

Through school programs, community outreach, and organizational partnerships, we equip young people and the adults who guide them with tools for mental, emotional, and Christian wellness.

“Alone we can do so little; Together we can do so much.” — Helen Keller

Our
Story

The FGWellness Life Foundation began with a personal journey of pain transformed into purpose. Our founder, Felicia Goosen, struggled with mental illness during her adolescence, stigma, and deep emotional pain. After surviving multiple suicide attempts, Felicia’s healing journey began—fueled by awareness, faith, and a passion to help others to prevent mental illness, suicide and loneliness.

In 2016, at the age of 20, Felicia launched a grassroots initiative called Jewels & Gems in partnership with the Chayil Foundation. It started in the south of Johannesburg, supporting young women aged 12–25 with identity-building workshops, mentorship and life skills, alongside assisting with essentials like toiletries and clothing.

By 2017, the program had expanded to Cradock in the Eastern Cape and welcomed young boys into the fold. Over the next few years, it reached more communities, including Ruimsig, and responded to the COVID-19 crisis in 2021 by transitioning online—offering mental health education, school-based workshops, counselling, and support for youth navigating unprecedented emotional challenges.

In 2023, the organisation was rebranded as the FGWellness Life Foundation, a nonprofit with a renewed vision to raise mental health awareness, break stigma, and provide holistic wellness support to youth, parents, and teachers across South Africa and Africa. In addition , the foundation deepened its mission to break generational trauma and bridge the communication gap between generations through intentional intergenerational dialogues, helping families and communities heal and grow together.

In May 2025, we launched the You Are Not Alone Campaign, led by Felicia on a powerful tour across South Africa and Africa, bringing awareness, education, and Christian wellness to communities . Follow this journey on our social platforms.

We are committed to empowering tomorrow—one heart, one mind, and one life at a time.

Active Initiatives

Explore the initiatives we're actively working on to support mental wellness in schools, homes, and communities across South Africa and Africa.

You Are Not Alone Campaign

This campaign raises mental health awareness and breaks stigma through school visits, workshops, and community outreach — reminding youth and families that help is available and no one has to struggle alone.

Pathways to Purpose

A character-building and identity program for teens in child & youth care centres, foster care and transitional homes, helping them overcome rejection, discover purpose and self-worth.

Christian Wellness Training

Offering spiritually integrated wellness training grounded in Biblical principles for leaders, people in ministry, churches and organisations.

School Personal Development

Empowering learners with tools for emotional regulation, confidence, communication, and goal setting.

We equip young leaders to become advocates for mental health—raising awareness and educating their peers, families, and communities through our Youth Mental Health Ambassador Program.

Youth mental health is extremely important, as it affects the well-being and future success of young people. Mental health issues can lead to low self-esteem, bullying, academic struggles, social isolation, mental illness, violence and even suicide. Addressing mental health concerns from the outset can result in better adult outcomes. At the heart of our mission is the goal of breaking intergenerational trauma.

- Felicia Goosen

Help Build Better Lives:
Donate Your Time

Your time and skills can make a lasting impact.

Here’s how you can get involved:

Volunteer Your Expertise – Are you a mental health professional, educator, coach, or creative? Offer your skills to support our programs, workshops, or campaigns.
Become a Community Ambassador – Help raise awareness in your area, share our message, and represent FG Wellness Life Foundation at local events.
Collaborate on Campaigns – Join forces with us to co-host events, lead support groups, or run awareness drives in your school, church, or community.
Start a Support Group – Be trained to lead or host a small support group for youth, parents, or teachers in your area.

Together, we can bring hope and healing — one act of service at a time.

Empowering Communities: Give a Monetary Blessing

Your generosity helps us bring healing and hope to schools, families, and communities.

Whether it’s a once-off gift or a monthly contribution, your support funds mental health workshops, youth programs, and wellness resources where they’re needed most.

Partner with us financially to empower tomorrow — one mind at a time.

Extended Hand:
Sponsorships

Partner with us through sponsorship and become a vital part of the impact.

Your business, organization, or family can directly support specific needs — from our active initiatives and campaigns to programs and outreach events.

Together, we can reach more communities and bring lasting change across South Africa and Africa.

Make a Difference Today

Your contribution helps us reach more youth, support more families, and bring holistic mental wellness to communities in need. Every donation — big or small, once-off or monthly — is a seed sown into healing, hope, and a brighter future.
Thank you for empowering tomorrow, one mind at a time.

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Meet Our Team.

At the heart of FGwellness Life Foundation is a passionate team committed to bringing healing, hope, and wholeness to communities across Africa. Each member brings unique experience and a shared belief in the power of mental wellness and community care.