No Quit Award
Not Alone Awards 2025
Powered bySteven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation
2025 · Wynn Las Vegas
The award show was created to celebrate the pioneers of human development and mental health, the visionaries, healers, and innovators who have courageously broken barriers, challenged stigma, and illuminated the path toward healing, growth, and connection.
The inaugural honorees
2025 Award Winners
Not Alone Legacy Award
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services
Not Alone Service Award
Atz Kilcher
The Rudy Award
Ozzie Tavares
Not Alone Pioneer Award
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Accepted by CEO Dan Gillison Jr.
The Woz Innovation Award
David Eagleman
The Jewel Never Broken Award
The Trevor Project
Accepted by CEO Jaymes Black
Not Alone Trailblazers Award
Dr. Blaise Aguirre and Marc Brackett
Not Alone Film of the Year Award
Cabrini
Executive producer Eustace Wolfington
The Not Alone Award
Darryl "DMC" McDaniels
Not Alone Album of the Year
Rachel Platten
Founders
Jeneva Bell
Ruggable
Alex Cohen
Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation
John Couch
Apple Computers
Jewel
Singer-Songwriter
Ellie Kanner
Friends (TV Show)
Winston & Cameron Kelly
Philanthropists
Nick Kislinger
Flourish Trust
Melony & Adam Lewis
BAMM Ventures
Rachel Platten
Singer-Songwriter
Dr. George Rapier III
WellMed
Jennifer Smorgon
Smorgon Family Foundation
Melinda & Noah Springer
Pickle Pro Labs
Christopher Teas
CAD Therapeutics
John Tyson
Tyson Foods
Ryan Wolfington
Inspiring Children Foundation
Sean & Ana Wolfington
Entrepreneurs
Janet & Steve Wozniak
Apple Computers
Musicians
Alec Benjamin
Singer-Songwriter
Bishop Briggs
Singer-Songwriter
Sheila E.
Singer-Songwriter
BLÜ EYES
Singer-Songwriter
Flavor Flav
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee and Grammy Lifetime Achievement Recipient
Jon Foreman
Switchfoot
Harry Hudson
Singer-Songwriter
Jewel
Singer-Songwriter
Silas Luke Jones
Musician
Gavin Magnus
Singer & Content Creator
Jonah Marais
Singer
Darryl McDaniels
Run DMC
Nicholas Petricca
Walk The Moon
Rachel Platten
Singer-Songwriter
Cassadee Pope
Singer-Songwriter
JP Saxe
Singer-Songwriter
Zia Victoria
Singer-Songwriter
Entertainers & Athletes
Kevin Anderson
Former Pro Tennis Player
Bob & Mike Bryan
Hall of Fame Tennis Players
Chevy Chase
Actor
Jordan Doww
Actor
Sarah Gilman
Actress
Perez Hilton
Media Personality
Jason Kennedy
Entertainment Journalist
Loni Love
Comedian & TV Host
Jada Pinkett Smith
Actress & Businesswoman
Estefania Saavedra
Content Creator
Tallulah Willis
Actress & Advocate
Wilson Bethel
Actor
Experts
Blaise Aguirre, MD
McLean Psych Hospital
Marc Brackett, PhD
Yale
Paul Dalio
Lived Experience Expert
David Eagleman, PhD
Neuroscientist & Inventor
Jon Hershfield, MFT
OCD Specialist
Nicole Kalhorn
Wise Friend
Casey Mock
Technology Policy Advocate & Writer
Lyn Morris, LMFT
Didi Hirsch
Bennett Nemser, PhD
Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation
Wendy Oliver-Pyatt, MD, FAED, CEDS
Eating Disorder Expert
Kelsey J. Patel
Wellness Expert
Tasha Rasolkhani-Kalhorn, PhD
Family Care Center
Crystal Romero
Army National Guard
The Drug in Our Pocket
Documentary
Business Leaders & Philanthropists
Jaymes Black
Trevor Project
Ron Biscardi
iConnections
Matt Broms
Philanthropist
Karena Dawn
Tone It Up
Daniel H. Gillison, Jr.
NAMI
Sophie Grégoire
Former Canadian First Lady
Kevin Hines
Suicide Prevention Speaker
David Hirsch
Philanthropist
Heather Kahlert
Kahlert Foundation
Mike Majlak
Impaulsive Podcast
Blake Mycoskie
TOMS
Bozoma Saint John
Hall of Fame CMO
Kasey Thompson
Entrepreneur
2025 Highlights
Executive Producers
Jewel
Grammy Nominated Singer-Songwriter
Ryan Wolfington
Founder, Inspiring Children Foundation
Trevor Short
Founder, Inspiring Dreams
Dr. George Rapier III
Founder of WellMed & The Not Alone Dinner Series
Producers
Trent Alenik
CEO, Inspiring Children Foundation
Aphrah Brokaw
Music Manager, Jewel Inc.
Honoring the pioneers
2025 Awards
Bold Stand to Reduce Stigma
Recognizing those who courageously break silence, challenge stereotypes, and inspire understanding around mental health.
Grassroots Leadership in Mental Health
Celebrating local and community-driven leaders who uplift others through service, mentorship, and impact.
Legacy Advocacy and Transformation
Honoring those whose lifelong commitment has reshaped the conversation on mental health and human potential.
Music That Moved the World
For musicians whose songs have inspired healing, unity, and emotional connection across generations.
Film or Series Changing Perception
Celebrating filmmakers and storytellers who elevate awareness, empathy, and understanding through powerful narratives.
Artist Weaving Wellness into Live Experience
Honoring performers who infuse their concerts, events, or installations with messages of well-being and connection.
Youth-Led Impact
Recognizing young leaders who are transforming the future of mental health through creativity, courage, and action.
Breakthrough Tools or Approaches for Mental Well-Being
Celebrating innovative technologies, therapies, or practices that expand access and improve outcomes.
Public Figure Shifting Conversations on Mental Health
For leaders and influencers using their platforms to champion honesty, compassion, and awareness.
Clinical Excellence Award
For professionals redefining care through evidence-based innovation and human-centered practice.
Scientific Breakthrough Award
Honoring researchers advancing our understanding of the mind, brain, and behavior.
Technology for Humanity Award
Recognizing innovators developing tools that make mental health support more accessible and effective.
Philanthropy and Impact Award
Celebrating those funding, supporting, and fueling transformative mental health initiatives.
Advocacy and Public Policy Award
For leaders creating systemic change and driving mental health to the forefront of society.
Creative Expression Award
Honoring artists, musicians, and storytellers whose work inspires hope, healing, and unity.
Entrepreneur of Hope Award
Recognizing innovators turning bold ideas into sustainable solutions for emotional and social well-being.
Lived Experience Award
Celebrating individuals whose personal journeys have brought greater understanding, compassion, and healing to others.
Legacy Award
Honoring those whose vision and lifetime contributions have redefined what it means to be Not Alone.
No Solicitation, Only Connection. We have a very strict No Pitch, No Solicitation Policy.
This is a collection of highly successful, purpose-driven individuals who come to heal, grow, and celebrate mental health. Our time is devoted to authenticity, presence, and meaningful human connection. We request that all guests honor this intention by refraining from pitching, selling, or networking. Thank you.