Mental Health America is the nation's leading national nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and illness prevention. Their work is informed, designed, and led by the lived experience of those most affected.

Operating nationally and in communities across the country, Mental Health America advocates for closing the mental health equity gap while increasing nationwide awareness and understanding through public education, direct services, tools, and research. Their annual State of Mental Health in America report is among the most widely respected health reports in the nation. 

What they do:

  • Advocacy and Public Policy

  • Community Education and Engagement

  • Information and Referral Services

  • Mental Health Screening and Research

  • Youth Programs and Peer Leadership

  • Workplace Resources

NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.

SAMHSA: Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.