About Us

We’re building the first public media platform focused on family mental wellness — powered by philanthropy, grounded in science, and designed to serve families where they are.

The Mindful Media Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing emotionally intelligent content and ethical technology that supports mental and behavioral health.

Through our venture philanthropy model, we fund media projects that strengthen family bonds, promote healthy screen habits, and drive measurable outcomes in emotional resilience and wellbeing.

Every initiative is rooted in behavioral science, developed with top research institutions, and designed to make healing and connection part of the everyday media experience.

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Our Story

In a screen-dominated world, children are growing up immersed in content shaped more by algorithms than by empathy. As screen time increases, so do rates of anxiety, disconnection, and attention challenges, especially among children ages 0–12.

The Mindful Media Foundation was founded to reimagine what screen time can be. Starting with a focus on early childhood, we built emotionally intelligent media and ethical technology to foster co-viewing, caregiver-child connection, and digital wellness.

As our work evolved, so did our mission. Today, we’re launching a system-based model designed to support the mental, behavioral, and emotional health of entire family systems — from early childhood to postpartum care, trauma recovery, and neurodiversity.

We work across sectors to ensure that emotionally intelligent content is accessible, measurable, and built for real-world impact.

What We Do

Building the future of family-centered mental health - through innovation across media, research, and technology.

The Mindful Media Foundation powers the Mindful Media Network — a new public media platform designed to support mental wellness, emotional growth, and healthier screen habits for children and families.

We use a venture philanthropy model to fund high-impact media projects and build scalable tools that support emotional resilience and co-regulation. Our work is anchored in three core pillars:

  • Content: Emotionally intelligent programming designed for co-viewing, play, and reflection.

  • Research: Clinical partnerships that guide content development and measure real-world outcomes.

  • Technology: Ethical, interactive tools that make media engaging, safe, and developmentally supportive.

Together, these pillars form a system that turns screen time into a shared, healing experience — starting in early childhood and scaling across schools, clinics, and homes.

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Ways We Drive Impact

  • We collaborate with educators, nonprofits, media broadcasters, government agencies, and healthcare providers to ensure our tools and content meet the needs of real families.

  • We fund pilots and evaluations that measure media’s impact on mental and behavioral health, emotional resilience, co-regulation, family connection, and more.

  • We invest in original media and co-production initiatives that advance the mission of the Mindful Media Network and expand access to emotionally intelligent content.

  • We bring together thought leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, and innovators through workshops, conferences, and forums — elevating new standards for mindful, emotionally intelligent digital experiences.

Meet The Team

Our team includes educators, technologists, award-winning storytellers, and healthcare experts committed to building a healthier digital future for families.

We come from institutions like Harvard, UCLA, YouTube, Nickelodeon, Disney, AppleTV, and the American Academy of Pediatrics — unified by a belief that media can do more than entertain. It can heal, connect, and inspire.

Learn About Some of Our Team Members

  • Bobby Alexis | Executive Director

    A digital wellness entrepreneur with 15+ years of experience across immersive media, AI, and children’s entertainment. He has led initiatives at The VOID, Digital Domain, and The Walt Disney Company, earning Fast Company’s World Changing Idea recognition for strengthening family bonds through emotionally intelligent digital experiences.

    A dyslexic thinker and creative leader, Bobby brings a unique lens to problem-solving—merging storytelling with technology to build scalable, mission-driven solutions. At MMF, he’s focused on creating a healthier, more mindful digital future for families everywhere.

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    Dr. Wizdom Powell | Advisor

    Dr. Wizdom Powell is a nationally recognized clinical psychologist, equity strategist, and public health leader advancing mental wellness for youth—particularly boys and men of color. As CEO of Unified Youth and former Chief Purpose Officer at Headspace, she has led public-private partnerships that scale mindfulness and belonging in cities across the U.S. With deep expertise in population health, culturally responsive care, and digital mental health, Dr. Powell brings a systems-change lens to MMF’s mission of transforming children’s well-being through media, research, and technology.

  • Michael Sammaciccia | Advisor

    With over 25 years in kids and family entertainment, Michael was a founding member of Walden Media, shaping iconic films like Holes and The Chronicles of Narnia. He’s a former SVP at Nickelodeon and now leads Afterglow Pictures, producing innovative content across film, animation, and unscripted series. At MMF, Michael provides creative leadership to ensure our initiatives inspire and engage families worldwide

  • Dr. Lisa Medalie, Psy.D., RPSGT, DBSM | Advisor

    A Harvard-trained sleep researcher and founder of DrLullaby, Lisa is a leading expert in behavioral sleep medicine with over a decade directing pediatric and adult insomnia programs. She brings her clinical expertise into digital formats, making sleep science accessible to families. At MMF, Lisa helps embed sleep-friendly habits into entertainment to improve rest, reduce conflict, and strengthen family well-being.

  • Cam Kashani | Advisor

    Cam Kashani, known as “The Spiritual Surgeon,” is an expert in empowering women and children through spiritual development and authentic self-discovery. With a Doctorate in Spirituality and extensive experience coaching and inspiring women and youth, she brings a passion for fostering authentic self-discovery. At MMF, Cam advises on programming that nurtures spiritual growth and empowerment in children, helping us create transformative content for families.

  • Grace Lovret | Advisor

    Grace Lovret, Managing Director and CIO of Franger LLC, champions impact-focused ventures and youth empowerment. Her work spans finance, entertainment, and educational reform, emphasizing philanthropy as a cornerstone for meaningful change. At MMF, Grace helps shape our mission-driven strategy, bridging impactful investments with transformative solutions for families.

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