About us
Meet Mila
MH Boxes began as a vision brought to life by Mila , a young advocate determined to make mental health support more accessible and relatable for Black girls facing unique challenges. At just 12 years old, Mila started MH Boxes in January 2024 after receiving a microgrant for the Black Girl Joy Challenge, a funding opportunity from the Pete and Thomas Foundation and Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium. With this support, she created care packages filled with items like journals, self-care essentials, affirmations, and other wellness tools. These boxes serve as a comforting support system, designed to help young girls prioritize their mental well-being, nurture a positive self-identity, and feel valued and seen.
Mila’s own journey with mental health, as well as her lived experiences as a biracial Black girl, shape MH Boxes’ mission. She understands firsthand the stigma surrounding mental health discussions in some communities, as well as the need for resources that resonate with the experiences of Black girls. Recognizing that Black girls are often underrepresented in mental health conversations, she created MH Boxes to provide a safe, affirming space that honors and supports them.
What makes MH Boxes special is that it’s more than just a box; it’s a community-led initiative that actively seeks to close gaps in mental health resources and foster a supportive network for Black girls. Mila believes that girls who receive an MH Box not only gain tools for mental wellness but also become part of a larger mission—to build a future where mental health support is diverse, inclusive, and accessible to all.