For the month of September, in collaboration with National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we're seeking your support to raise $20,000 to help 200 people through our Therapy for All program.
The Big Silence is 501c3 non-profit foundation that cultivates conversations and offers resources and programs to destigmatize and change the culture around mental health. The foundation activates programs and tools to support people’s mental health journey from childhood to adulthood.
We create a 4 step process to support and uplift you on your mental health journey:
Self Awareness and Clarity
Starting the conversation within yourself to understand what you are feeling and why
Stress and Anxiety Management
Tools to help your treat and work through the stresses life can bring
Strength and Flexibility
The foundation for a healthy mind is a strong body
Empathy and Listening
Understanding other peoples feelings and spreading positive energy
What your contribution helps accomplish:
"Therapy for All" - working with a network of therapists to provide access to 1-1 talk therapy for people in need.
"Strength, Mindfulness, and Clarity" - youth program pairing physical and mental wellness.
"The Big Silence Podcast" - a top rated mental health and self development podcast opening up the conversation.
Live events - bringing communities togetherto make mental health cool and accessible.
Corporate Wellness- helping employers educate, attract, and retain their top talent through a culture of empowerment, growth, and mental wellness.
Website and Social Media platforms - provide a stigma-free zone where people feel safe to reach out and find help through our resources.
Speaking engagements open up the conversation and provide resources, education, and inspiration through schools and organizations.
We know that mental health has become the biggest public health crisis that our world faces. In 2022 there were 49,449 people lost to suicide in the USA, an increase of approximately 2.6%. And there were a further 1.7M attempts. John Hopkins Bloomburg School of Public Health researchers found that suicide attempts and deaths plummet even years after treatment through therapy has ended, with 25% fewer repeat attempts and deaths among people who underwent short-term counseling after an attempt.
With our incredible network of mental health professionals we offer "Therapy for All" making 1:1 talk therapy accessible to people in need. Many have felt that therapy was a good investment, but even those whose care was covered in part by insurance reported concerns about continuing to afford it. Therapy for All is a therapy fund that alleviates the financial stress of getting treatment for people who are in need of these resources.
We believe that anyone suffering with mental health issues deserves support Too many people live in areas where mental health support is unavailable or too costly. Moreover, people do not seek support because of the stigma, even though over 40% of Americans struggle with mental health. Two of the most common mental health disorders – anxiety and depression – cost the US economy $1 trillion every year. Mental health issues can affect people at any stage of life causing distress, dysfunction, and even death.
When you contribute as part of our campaign, you’re supporting a transformative solution to the mental health crisis in the United States.
We're inviting you to help us reach $20,000 to offer 200 therapy scholarships in honor of National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.
We recognize that suicide is too prevalent and only increasing every year. You're invited to make a difference with us, and to join our quest to help as many people as possible. Together we can make the world a more joyful and loving place.
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Any amount helps! $10 shows your support for the cause and helps get us closer to our goal.
We feel the love! Thanks for cheering us on to help people access mental health resources with $25 donation to our mission.
Thank you for being there! Your $50 donation means together we can destigmatize mental health and provide care for people of all ages.
Thank you for supporting our mission! With your $100 donation you're helping us to break down barriers and provide a therapy scholarship for someone in need!
$25.00 was donated anonymously
Amy Henkels created a fundraising page
Melani Lighter donated $100.00 and generously covered the transaction fee
$10.00 was anonymously donated and fees were generously covered
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Debbie Whitehead donated $2,000.00 and generously covered the transaction fee
Let’s continue breaking the silence! ❤️