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We have reviewed multiple causes, foundations and research projects and  would love your support for one of the following independent organizations…

Washington University –Department of Psychiatry, Chad Sylvester, M.D.– Brain Function Research Dr. Sylvester is one of the brightest young minds in research today and has high expectations of the work being done to better understand the functions of the regions of the brain for early diagnosis and treatment – ideally while the brain is still “plastic” – and preferably through the use of cognitive techniques i.e.. CBT, DBT and other “brain exercises” to help reshape the brain and prevent future brain illnesses.

Brain and Behavior Research Foundation We love this organization – they collect millions of dollars to fund small innovative research projects focused on brain research to better understand the workings of the brain to find cures for very specific and focused brain illnesses – you might have heard of NARSAD grant

AFSP – American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Marc Abrams Memorial Fund Nationwide organization focused on education and awareness in our schools and communities, lobbying to improve our mental health system and expand access, eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness and suicide to save lives and feed research for new and innovative studies.

NAMI of Palm Beach County – National Alliance on Mental Illness NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. What started as a small group of families gathered around a kitchen table in 1979 has blossomed into the nation’s leading voice on mental health. Today, NAMI is an association of hundreds of local affiliates, state organizations and volunteers who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education that was not previously available to those in need.

NAMI of Collier County – National Alliance on Mental Illness NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. What started as a small group of families gathered around a kitchen table in 1979 has blossomed into the nation’s leading voice on mental health. Today, NAMI is an association of hundreds of local affiliates, state organizations and volunteers who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education that was not previously available to those in need.

FISP (Florida Initiative for Suicide Prevention) Focused on eliminating the stigma by educating in the schools. Getting amazing traction with “Hugs for Hope – “Helping Overcome Problems Effectively” and are currently in 15 schools in Broward and Miami–Dade counties. The curriculum is taught through a HOPE club with the mission to educate, support and develop problem solving, coping and leadership skills while fostering the prevention of suicide, bullying and substance abuse.

Marc D. Abrams Washington University Memorial Scholarship Fund  School of medicine:  Outstanding student scholarship fund – We have connected with the most amazing Medical School students and rewarding to be making a tangible and connected difference with these young brilliant minds.  Hoping you can donate to the school and help make a difference.

Alliance of Hope The Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors provides healing support for people coping with the shock, excruciating grief and complex emotions that accompany the loss of a loved one to suicide.

One Mind (fka One Mind for Research) Founded by Senator Patrick Kennedy  – focused on collaborative research across various research organizations to accelerate the treatment of mental illness and traumatic brain injuries.