Catlin Kehoe Memorial Grant for
Mental Health Support
ABOUT
The Catlin Kehoe Memorial Grant for Mental Health Support is an initiative created in partnership between Catlin Kehoe’s Family and the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia.
Catlin was a beacon of light for others, even at times when his own light was dimmed. For this reason, the Grant has been established to keep this light burning. The Grant aims to support initiatives that foster understanding and accessibility in mental health and addiction services, in the hopes that no one feels alone in their journey and that every bright smile reflects a true sense of well-being.
Catlin’s family is hopeful that, through this Grant, Catlin’s legacy can live on and the contributions made will have a lasting impact, helping individuals find the support they need, when they need it most, so they can live their lives as fully and brightly as Catlin lived his.
This annual grant will support the Foundation’s charitable work delivering mental health initiatives across Nova Scotia, with a focus on Cape Breton.
Sign up for email notifications of fundraising activities and events contributing to this Grant by emailing Cali Kehoe here.
How to Apply
Grants will be identified and awarded through the Community Grants application process. To learn more about the Community Grants program, click here.
IN LOVING MEMORY of Catlin Kehoe, 1992-2024
Catlin Kehoe was a radiant presence in the lives of all who knew him. His infectious smile and laughter lit up every room he entered, and his warm, heartfelt hugs were always a comfort to his family and friends. His energy and generous spirit embodied kindness, always putting others first and making them feel seen and valued.
Catlin passed suddenly in his hometown of Rocky Bay at the age of 32, with much of his story left to tell. That said, he lived a lifetime in these 32 years; living fast and loving hard. Catlin loved golfing, travelling, playing video games, reveling in good times, and — most of all — being surrounded by his loved ones. He was a one-of-a-kind worker, travelling for much of his adult life to and from Fort McMurray, Alberta. For many, he quickly turned from colleague to buddy, making the daily grind of shift work more bearable.
Like so many, Catlin’s outward energy at times masked an inner struggle — one that many wouldn’t have noticed since he didn’t want to burden those around him. His story is a reminder that sometimes the people who appear the happiest are carrying the heaviest load.
To quote the late Robin Williams: "… the saddest people always try their hardest to make people happy because they know what it's like … and they don’t want anyone else to feel like that."