Funded by the AdventHealth Community Investment Grant, the MAN UP GRACE Project Pilot Program(MUGP) launched in the Fall of 2024 as a transformative approach to youth mental health. Co-created with our mentees, this innovative software harnesses the power of gaming to deliver immersive, real-world experiences that build critical life skills. MUGP specifically targets stress and anxiety management while equipping vulnerable youth with practical coping strategies and emotional regulation tools—all through an engaging, youth-centered and cost-effective platform designed for lasting impact.