When you give, you:
Educate and Empower
Give people the knowledge and confidence to recognize when someone needs help and respond.
Increase Access
to Care
Help more people access mental health and substance use services, when and where they need them.
Strengthen the Workforce
Give providers the training, tools and resources to deliver better care in their communities.
Equip People to Act
Your support helps prepare Nikki and her team to respond when someone is facing a mental health or substance use crisis and connect them to care.
“Our training brought the knowledge and awareness our community was striving for. Without it, we would have continued to feel helpless.”
Open Doors to Care
Your generosity helps Kacey’s clinic reach more people with the care they need when they need it most.
“We’re not just the drugs and alcohol place anymore. We provide psychiatric care, women’s services, case management and more. Anything you can think of, we can now provide.”
Help the Helpers
Your donation helps Julia’s staff have the knowledge and resources to better serve their community.
“We’re kept informed of the latest research and resources, helping us improve the quality of care we provide to young people and their families in Alaska.”
Other ways to donate:
Donor-advised Funds
Recommend a grant to the National Council directly through your donor-advised fund using tax ID 23-7092671. Ask your fund administrator to include your name and address so we can acknowledge your gift.
Send a Wire (ACH)
Contact Donate@TheNationalCouncil.org or 202-684-7457 for transfer instructions and to ensure your gift is properly acknowledged.
Matching Gifts
Your employer may match your donation — doubling or even tripling your impact. Check with your HR team or company matching gift portal.
Workplace Giving
Ask your employer about giving through payroll deduction, United Way, or federal and state workplace campaigns. The National Council is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Planned Giving
Create a lasting legacy by including the National Council in your estate plans through a bequest, beneficiary designation or other planned gift. Contact us to learn more.
Mail a Check
Make your check payable to the National Council for Mental Wellbeing and mail it to:
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
1400 K Street, NW, Suite 1050
Washington, D.C. 20005
Include a note if you’d like to designate your gift for a specific program.
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.
Guidestar
For a full picture of our financial health and accountability, visit our GuideStar page.
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.