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Our Mission

Our mission is to provide support to those impacted by severe mental illness through financial assistance, education, and advocacy. We are committed to identifying and dismantling the barriers to treatment—recognizing that these obstacles are not solely financial but multifaceted. By addressing these challenges, we strive toward our vision of a world where mental health treatment is universally accessible, ensuring that no individual is left behind due to lack of resources or knowledge.

Our  Story

Get to Know Us

Mental Health Initiative was founded after our president, Lauren Conklin, witnessed a close friend’s mental health crisis as well as their subsequent health and financial struggles. In partnership with a therapist in a long-term mental health treatment center, Jessie Louverture, (and now Executive Director), MHI launched in 2022 to fill a gap where services are desperately needed: support and resources for those navigating severe mental illness.

What We Do

Mental Health Initiative is dedicated to supporting those impacted by severe mental illness through financial assistance, education, and advocacy. Learn more about our programs here.

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