Advancing Behavioral Health.Informing Policy.Improving Lives.

The Cummings Foundation for Behavioral Health is a research-driven foundation committed to strengthening behavioral healthcare through rigorous inquiry, professional development, and community-centered practice. We partner with researchers, clinicians, organizations, and policymakers to design solutions that create lasting impact.

About the Cummings Foundation

We advance the science and practice of behavioral health — through research, education, and direct service that informs policy and supports communities.

What Drives Our Research

83% of First responders say mental health affects their performance

Lifetime chance of knowing a gun violence victim

2x the depression risk for teens on social media 3+ hrs daily

Nearly 1 in 3 U.S. women have experienced intimate partner violence

01

Research & Innovation

We believe progress in behavioral health is both possible and necessary. By investing in emerging research, evidence-based models, and cross-sector collaboration, we work to close the gap between what science knows and what communities receive.

02

Integrity & Accountability

We operate transparently in every relationship — with donors, collaborators, staff, governing bodies, and the public. Our commitment to accountability shapes not only what we do but also how we do it.

03

Service Without Harm

Ethical practice is essential. We prioritize individual and community well-being in every project we undertake, advancing equity, upholding professional standards, and ensuring our work benefits more than it harms.