CHADS Coalition for Mental Health

??Out and about today? Make your errands count! Starting TODAY, March 1st through April 30th, when you visit one of the 9 participating White Castle locations, you can round up your total to support CHADS and provide lifesaving mental health services for young people in our community. ?Counseling for suicidal teens—76.9% of our clients show improvement ?1:1 mentoring for at-risk youth—86% of our students improve social-emotional skills ?Suicide prevention education for over 60,000 students, teachers, and parents While you’re out grabbing a bite, round up at checkout and help save lives! ???? ?? Check the graphic for participating locations! #RoundUpForHope #WhiteCastle #SupportCHADS #MentalHealthMatters

Today, our team came together to celebrate the success of our Day of Giving campaign and honor Black History Month. More than just a gathering, it was a moment of connection, where we engaged in courageous conversations about race, history, and the work we all must do to create a more inclusive, empathetic and understanding world. ?? ?? We are grateful for the voices who shared their experiences, the presenters who led with wisdom, and our colleagues who showed up with open hearts and minds. #BlackHistoryMonth #DayOfGiving #CourageousConversations #TogetherWeGrow #OneCHADSTeam #LearningandListening

Something powerful happened yesterday. We set out to raise $50,000—and thanks to you, we shattered that goal, bringing in nearly $75,000! This wasn’t just about fundraising. It was about standing up and saying, “No child should struggle in silence.” You proved that every life matters, every voice deserves to be heard, and hope is stronger than fear. ?? Because of your generosity: ?? More students in crisis will receive life-saving therapy ?? More schools will have access to mental health education and peer support programs ?? More community members will be trained to recognize the warning signs of suicide While this 24-hour campaign was a victory, our work isn’t over. The need is still great, and our donation link is still open. Every extra dollar means more kids reached, more hope given, and more lives saved. From the bottom of our hearts—thank you for your generosity, compassion, and belief that together, we can create a world where no young person feels alone. ?? Give Again or Share the Link: charidy.com/chads #MentalHealthAwareness #YouSavedLives #TogetherForHope #EndTheStigma #CHADSDayofGiving

We hit our goal—but we’re not stopping now! ?? Because of YOU, we reached our $50,000 goal, but the mission continues! We’re in the BONUS ROUND, and we have a new challenge—let's raise $10,000 by 10PM tonight! ?? What will an additional $10,000 do? Fund 54 SOS? (Signs of Suicide) presentations for 1189 kids. Of those 1189 kids, 12-13% will ask for help. That's 154 students asking for help! That means more young people getting the support they need, breaking the stigma and learning at a YOUNG age that it's OK to ask for help! A special thank you to some of our amazing board members, Darrin Cotton and Linda Haley, who stopped by to help make calls today! Darrin and his team at White Castle also sponsored lunch for our callers, energizing everyone as we push through the final stretch! ???? This is what community looks like. Let’s keep the momentum going and make an even bigger impact! ?? Give now: charidy.com/chads #CHADSDayOfGiving #BonusRound #StrongerTogether #HopeForYouth

The phones are ringing, and the energy is electric! ?? Our team is working hard today—calling supporters, celebrating 20 years of CHADS, and pushing toward our $50,000 goal for youth mental health and suicide prevention. Thanks to generous donors, we’re already at 50%, but we’re not stopping now! Every gift is still QUADRUPLED, meaning your $100 turns into $400 of life-saving impact. ?? $804 = One semester of small group mentoring ?? $1,000 = Expands Hope Squad to another school This is more than a fundraiser—it’s a movement. Join us as we turn 20 years of impact into a future full of hope! ?? Donate now: www.charidy.com/chads

CHADS Day of Giving is LIVE! We have 24 hours to raise $50,000 to support youth mental health and suicide prevention. And thanks to our generous supporters, every donation today is QUADRUPLED! Your gift could: ? $150 – Break the stigma through Hope Squad ? $450 – Train a group to recognize mental health warning signs ? $1,000 – Expand Hope Squad, bringing peer-led support to another school Mental health impacts everyone—and today, we have a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference. ?? Join us in creating hope and connection. Donate now: www.charidy.com/chads #CHADSDayOfGiving #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #HopeSquad

Tomorrow, we have an opportunity to make a difference that will last a lifetime. ? Mental health challenges are rising among young people, and CHADS is on a mission to provide suicide prevention, crisis response, and mentoring support to those who need it most. Tomorrow, February 25th, beginning at 10 am and going on for 24 hours, your generosity will be QUADRUPLED—maximizing your impact in a way that can truly save lives. ?? This wouldn’t be possible without our matching donors: Kevin Pumm & Lynn deLearie Melissa Brickey & David Kirtley Nancy & Dave Weber Lori Weber Norm & Laura Eaker Teri Brickey Marco Delta Dental St. Louis Bank ACM Services, Ltd. MGB Systems By coming together, we can make an incredible impact. Are you ready to help save lives? ?? Give Early: www.charidy.com/chads #CHADSDayOfGiving #MentalHealthAwareness #GivingBack #SuicidePrevention #Nonprofit

? The countdown is on—CHADS Day of Giving is just 48 hours away! On February 25th, from 10AM thru February 26th at 10AM, we have an incredible opportunity to quadruple our impact. Every dollar donated will be matched 4X, turning a $50 gift into $200 of life-saving support for young people navigating mental health struggles. Your generosity will directly fund suicide prevention programs, therapy sessions, crisis response, and mentoring—giving hope to those who need it most. How you can help: ?? Mark your calendar – February 25th at 10AM thru February 26th at 10AM ?? Share this cause – Spread the word with your network ?? Consider an early gift – Every dollar counts toward our $50,000 goal Let’s come together to make a difference. Will you join us? ?? www.charidy.com/chads #CHADSDayOfGiving #MentalHealthAwareness #GivingBack #SuicidePrevention #Nonprofit

Meet Inez Beverly Prosser, PH.D. Inez was the first Black woman in history to earn a PH.D. in Psychology. Her dissertation evaluated the effects of racism on the development of Black children's identity and mental health, which led to the first discussions about desegregating American schools. Her groundbreaking work continues to shape the future of mental health, reminding us of the importance of advocacy, representation, and equitable care for all. ? ??To learn about other Black and African American mental health pioneers visit: https://lnkd.in/d4KZS9f #BlackHistoryMonth #MentalHealthPioneers #Changemakers ??Credit: Mental Health America

At CHADS, we believe that early intervention saves lives. We create safe spaces for students to discuss their mental health by placing mentors in schools weekly.? #EarlyInterventionMatters #MentorsChangeLives #YouthMentalHealth