In response to the need for unique and impactful mental health programming for college students nationwide, the Jordan Porco Foundation (JPF) developed Fresh Check Day (FCD) in 2012. FCD is an engaging and uplifting mental health promotion event for colleges that features peer-centered interactive booths, a festive social atmosphere, and exciting prizes and giveaways. This creates an approachable atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in dialogue about mental health; helping to build a bridge between students and the mental health resources on campus, in the community, and on a regional and national level.

During the program, student participants travel through a series of interactive booths, reflecting a comprehensive approach to mental health messaging. Partner colleges select from a menu of booths to best address the needs of their student body. A combination of staff-led campus departments and student-run organizations deliver critical mental health messaging through engaging, hands-on activities.

Using a peer-to-peer messaging model, FCD utilizes student groups in addition to college/university staff to develop and execute interactive booths that deliver mental health and resource information in a fun and engaging way. Booth messaging reflects a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention with topic areas including specific mental health issues, high-risk populations, stigma reduction, and positive coping and life skills.