The Palm Beach Race of Hope Hits Home,
February 21, 2026

With over 1,200 runners, the Eighth Annual Palm Beach Race of Hope 5K in February made it clear that HOPE has become part of Palm Beach life.

Thanks to a ground spring of local support, the event raised over $1.1 million and counting for life-saving research into new treatments for depression and anxiety.

HDRF Hosts Second Annual Palm Beach HOPE Luncheon Seminar,
January 29, 2026

In 2026, Hope for Depression Research Foundation marks 20 years at the leading edge of scientific research into depression.

The year kicked off with our Second Annual Palm Beach HOPE Luncheon Seminar, modeled after our annual New York City luncheon in the Fall. Over 130 guests gathered at the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach on January 22 to learn about breakthroughs towards new treatments for depression and anxiety.

Introducing the Soluna Bag in Collaboration with Jeffrey Levinson and Marissa Collections,
December 5, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Soluna bag, created by designer Jeffrey Levinson in collaboration with HDRF Founder Audrey Gruss and Marissa Collections.

Broadway Legend Audra McDonald Honored at 19th Annual HOPE Luncheon Seminar,
December 4, 2025

HDRF held its 19th annual HOPE Luncheon Seminar on Wednesday, November 12 at The Plaza Hotel. The Luncheon gathered top experts to speak on the topic: “Stress and the Brain: The Link between Stress and Depression.”  The event brought together 250 supporters and raised over $650,000 for HDRF’s research.

Dr. Michael Meaney, Depression Task Force Scientist, Elected to National Academy of Medicine,
October 22, 2025

Dr. Michael Meaney, PhD, a member of HDRF’s Depression Task Force, has recently been elected as an International Member of the National Academy of Medicine (NAM), one of the highest honors in health and science. Only 10 international members are elected each year across all fields of biosciences, medicine, public health, and policy.