On Sunday, April 19, 2026, the community is invited to gather at the YMCA of Greenwich for the 4th annual Hope Day, a free, family-friendly event dedicated to smashing the stigma surrounding mental health. Taking place from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Hope Day brings together youth, families, and community organizations for an afternoon of connection, inspiration, and wellness. The event will feature live performances, interactive activities, resource tables, raffles, and more.
Bridget Carriello (GHS class of 2024) Emily Sedgwick (Sacred Heart Greenwich class of 2024) brought Yellow Tulip Project to Greenwich. Oct 8, 2022 Photo: Leslie Yager
Organized by Greenwich Together in partnership with YMCA, Hope Day coincides with the blooming of yellow tulips planted throughout the community in the fall serving as a visible reminder of hope, resilience, and the importance of open conversations around mental health. This year’s event includes a youth speaker from the Greenwich Together Youth Coalition, live music by Maddie van der Weijden, a performance by the Brunswick School Band, and the Riverside Elementary School 5th Grade Chorus. Attendees can also enjoy over 20 resource tables and wellness activities, including therapy dogs, stretch sessions, arts and crafts, and interactive experiences designed to promote positive coping strategies. “This event is about bringing our community together to support one another and remind everyone that hope is real, help is available, and no one is alone,” said Corina Restrepo of Greenwich Together. Whether you are a young person, parent, educator, or community member, Hope Day offers a meaningful space to connect, learn, and celebrate mental well-being. Join the effort on April 19 at the YMCA of Greenwich for an afternoon of hope, healing, and community. For more information, visit: https://www.greenwichtogether.org/ourevents The Yellow Tulip Project is a youth-driven movement dedicated to smashing the stigma surrounding mental illness and building communities of support and resilience. Through initiatives like Hope Gardens, they encourage open conversations about mental health and promote hope through action. Learn more at theyellowtulipproject.org