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Better Wellbeing Starts With You

Help us open more doors to hope, healing and recovery. Donate today to the National Council for Mental Wellbeing!

How Your Donation Will Help

Every dollar you give expands access to mental health and substance use prevention, treatment and recovery. Your donation helps us:

Advocate for access.

The National Council has influenced billions in federal funding for mental health and substance use care, touching every community in America.

Connect people to care.

Every second counts when someone is in crisis. With our support, clinics see wait times decrease from weeks — or months — to hours.

Help the helpers.

1 in 3 Americans live in a provider shortage area. We are spearheading efforts to strengthen and expand the workforce nationwide.

Stamp out stigma.

We’ve trained over 4.5 million people in Mental Health First Aid, equipping them to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges.

Ways You Can Give

Donate Online

Give what you can — every dollar helps expand access to mental health and substance use treatment. Use our secure online form above to make your gift with a credit card, PayPal or ACH transfer. You’ll receive an immediate email receipt, and you can dedicate your donation in honor or memory of someone.

Monthly Giving

Become a monthly donor and create lasting impact. Your steady support helps us build healthier communities and strengthen the workforce that delivers critical mental health and substance use care. You can update, pause or cancel your monthly gift at any time.

Mail a Check

Mail your check, payable to the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, to:

National Council for Mental Wellbeing
1400 K Street, NW, Suite 1050
Washington, D.C. 20005

Please include a note if you’d like to designate your gift for a specific program. You’ll receive a receipt by mail after your gift is processed.

Send a Wire (ACH)

To send a gift by wire transfer, contact us at Donate@TheNationalCouncil.org or 202-684-7457 for instructions. Notifying us of your transfer also ensures we can properly track and acknowledge your generosity.

Matching Gifts

Many employers will match your donation — doubling or even tripling your impact. Check with your HR team or use your company’s matching gift portal. Keep your gift receipt handy for verification.

Workplace Giving

Ask your HR team if workplace giving is available through payroll deduction, United Way, or federal and state campaigns. The National Council for Mental Wellbeing is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, making your workplace gift fully tax-deductible.

Planned Giving

Leave a lasting legacy by including the National Council for Mental Wellbeing in your estate plans. Planned gifts — such as bequests, beneficiary designations or charitable trusts — ensure your commitment to mental health and substance use care continues for generations. Contact us at Donate@TheNationalCouncil.org to learn more and receive sample language.

Donor-advised Funds

Recommend a grant to the National Council for Mental Wellbeing directly through your donor-advised fund. Our tax ID is 23-7092671. Please ask your fund administrator to include your name and address with the distribution and notify us so we can thank you for your generous support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes. The National Council for Mental Wellbeing is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 23-7092671). Your contribution is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Will I receive a receipt for my donation?

Absolutely. Online donors receive an email receipt right away. For donations made by check, stock, wire transfer or donor-advised funds, we will send you a receipt by mail or email after the gift is processed.

Can I dedicate my donation in honor or memory of someone?

Yes. When giving online, you can make your gift in honor or memory of someone special. We’ll also send a notification if you’d like us to inform the honoree or their family.

How do I update or cancel my monthly gift?

You can change, pause or cancel your monthly donation at any time. Just email Donate@TheNationalCouncil.org or call 202-684-7457, and we’ll be happy to assist you.

What is the best way to give a large gift?

For gifts of stock, securities or wire transfers, please contact us at Donate@TheNationalCouncil.org. We will provide account information and ensure your gift is processed smoothly and securely.

Does my employer match donations?

Many employers do! Check with your HR team or workplace giving portal. If your company participates, they can match — or even triple — the impact of your gift.

Can I make a planned gift?

Yes. Planned gifts such as bequests, beneficiary designations or charitable trusts are a meaningful way to ensure your support for mental health and substance use care continues for future generations. Contact us at Donate@TheNationalCouncil.org for guidance and sample language.

How are my donations used?

Your gift supports programs, training and advocacy that strengthen the mental health and substance use workforce and expand access to care nationwide. Every contribution directly helps us advance mental wellbeing for all.

Is my information secure?

Yes. We use industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect your personal and financial information. We never sell or trade donor information.

Who can I contact if I have more questions?

We’d love to hear from you! Email us at Donate@TheNationalCouncil.org or call 202-684-7457 with any questions about giving.

The National Council for Mental Wellbeing is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit association. EIN# 23-7092671. Your donation is tax-deductible in the U.S. Federal employees may donate through the Combined Giving Campaign, CFC # 11231. Questions? Contact us.