Pineapple Support, the adult industry’s leading mental health nonprofit, will attend Venus Berlin, taking place from September 25th to 28th, 2025. In partnership with Chaturbate, Pineapple Support will co-host the event’s exclusive model lounge, providing a relaxing and supportive space for performers throughout the show.

The lounge will offer refreshments, make-up stations, and a calming zen room where models can decompress between events. Pineapple Support therapist Sarah Adelaide will also be available onsite to provide emotional support and guidance for anyone who needs to talk.

As part of the event, Pineapple Support Founder and CEO Leya Tanit will also deliver a featured presentation titled “Mental Health Is a Business Strategy: Protecting Your People, Protecting Your Brand” on Friday, September 26th at 14:40. The session will explore how prioritizing mental health in the adult industry is not only a compassionate choice but a smart and necessary business strategy, highlighting actionable steps companies can take to build a culture of care and compliance.

“Mental health isn’t just a personal matter, but a professional one,” says Tanit. “Companies that invest in the wellbeing of their people are protecting their brand, boosting productivity, and building stronger communities. I’m proud to represent Pineapple Support at Venus Berlin and to share tools that can truly make a difference.”

Tanit founded Pineapple Support in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organization, a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has connected over 16,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.

To learn more about Venus Berlin and to view the full schedule of events, visit https://venus-festival.com. To learn more about becoming a sponsor of Pineapple Support, please visit https://pineapplesupport.org/sponsorship. Details about additional ways to support the organization as a company or individual can be found by visiting https://pineapplesupport.org.

Pineapple Support, the adult industry’s leading mental health nonprofit, has appointed Char Borley as its latest brand ambassador. The entrepreneur, model, and digital creator joins a growing team of ambassadors dedicated to advocating for mental health awareness and performer support within the adult industry. Borley built a global platform that spans social media, tech, and entertainment, connecting with millions worldwide.

“As an ambassador for Pineapple, I’m proud to advocate for open conversations, accessible support, and real change in how we care for mental wellbeing,” says Borley. ”My journey has taught me the importance of mental health, especially in high-pressure, high-visibility industries. Through my role, I aim to empower others by using my platform to break stigma and help create a safe, inclusive space for healing and hope.”

Pineapple Support was founded by British performer Leya Tanit in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organization, a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has connected over 16,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.

“Char’s global reach and authentic passion for mental health make her an invaluable addition to our ambassador program,” says Tanit. “Her voice resonates with a wide audience, and her commitment to destigmatizing mental health care is a powerful force for change within and beyond the adult community.”

For more information and to become a member of Pineapples United, the membership club for adult industry members, please visit Pineapplesupport.org/Pineapples-United. If you have a business and would like to find out how to become an official sponsor of Pineapple Support, view the available packages by visiting Pineapplesupport.org/sponsorship.

LOS ANGELES — Pineapple Support has named Austin Ponce as its newest brand ambassador.

“Austin’s journey — from physician to performer to advocate — is a testament to resilience and compassion,” said Pineapple Support founder Leya Tanit. “His voice carries powerful messages of self-acceptance, lived experience, and the importance of community representation. We’re honored to have him on board as Pineapple Support’s latest brand ambassador.

Added Ponce, “I’ve been an advocate for mental health since my teenage years, not only because I believe in its importance, but because I’ve lived it firsthand as a patient. Access to mental health services is still far too limited. Many people feel ashamed to ask for help, or simply don’t have access to it at all. That’s why organizations like Pineapple Support are so vital. Their commitment to affordability, inclusivity, and real support aligns deeply with my own values, and I’m proud to contribute to breaking down stigmas and making mental well-being a priority for everyone in our community.”

For more information, visit PineappleSupport.

LOS ANGELES — Pineapple Support is hosting its Cream Pie Challenge through August to raise funds for mental health services for industry performers.

Participating performers, fans, and supporters will create and share videos of themselves getting pied in the face with whipped cream or the dessert topping of their choice. Participants are encouraged to tag their videos with @PineappleYSW, #CreamPieChallenge, and #CreamForACause; nominate five friends in their posts; and donate to Pineapple Support.

“This industry gives so much joy to so many people, but performers often face stigma, isolation, and emotional stress,” said Pineapple Support founder Leya Tanit. “The Cream Pie Challenge is a fun, creative way for the community and fans to come together and say, ‘Your mental health matters.’”