Mental Health

User donations and Roar-a-Thon proceeds for this Hero Cause are distributed equally from the Roar Social Foundation to these 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations:

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
Founded:
1987
HQ:
Washington, DC
Candid Seal:
Gold

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Founded:
1979
HQ:
Arlington, VA
Candid Seal:
Platinum

The National Alliance on Mental Illness is dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.

Mental Health America
Founded:
1909
HQ:
Alexandria, VA
Candid Seal:
Platinum

Mental Health America is the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all.

Brain and Behavior Foundation
Founded:
1981
HQ:
New York, NY
Candid Seal:
Platinum

The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation is committed to alleviating the suffering caused by mental illness by awarding scientific research grants that will ultimately enable people to live full, happy and productive lives.

Active Minds
Founded:
2003
HQ:
Washington, DC
Candid Seal:
Platinum

Active Minds is the nation’s premier nonprofit organization supporting mental health awareness and education for young adults

Candid Seal of Transparency

Candid is a leading provider of nonprofit organization information, enabling informed decision-making for donors, researchers, and the public. They award the Seal of Transparency to nonprofits that share comprehensive and accurate details about their mission, programs, finances, and governance. The Seal offers multiple levels (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) reflecting the quality and depth of the information provided by organizations.