“Small Can Be Effective.” Five Things to Know About Richmond Memorial Health Foundation

“Small Can Be Effective.” Five Things to Know About Richmond Memorial Health Foundation

The Richmond Memorial Health Foundation is committed to fostering an equitable and healthy Richmond region. We check in with President Mark Constantine to explore its strategic framework, upcoming initiatives and more.

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Mental Health Professionals Are in High Demand. Who’s Funding Workforce Development?

Mental Health Professionals Are in High Demand. Who’s Funding Workforce Development?

As mental health programs expand, the nation is facing a growing shortage of professionals to work in settings from schools to hospitals. A few major players are engaged, but there’s a huge opportunity here for more funders.

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The U.S. Is in a Mental Health Crisis, but Funding Is Still Scarce. This Group Hopes to Change That

The U.S. Is in a Mental Health Crisis, but Funding Is Still Scarce. This Group Hopes to Change That

Mindful Philanthropy, which was founded by a group of mental health foundations, is pushing funders to boost support for an urgent — and still vastly underfunded — issue.

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Why a Regional Funder is Backing a National Ad Campaign to Open Minds About Mental Health

Why a Regional Funder is Backing a National Ad Campaign to Open Minds About Mental Health

The Utah-based Huntsman Foundation is a lead sponsor of an upcoming multiyear Ad Council marketing and media initiative to drive awareness — and solutions — for the U.S. mental health crisis.

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Should Philanthropy Be Paying More Attention to Struggling Men and Boys?

Should Philanthropy Be Paying More Attention to Struggling Men and Boys?

Even as men continue to dominate society at the top, many are falling through the cracks, with sad and disturbing consequences. Can funders make a difference?

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As Social Isolation Spreads, What Can Philanthropy Do?

As Social Isolation Spreads, What Can Philanthropy Do?

Social isolation is a product of community design, social norms, public policy, and systems that make it hard to build connections — and it affects millions. Guest authors provide five ways funders can combat this growing problem.

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Why Three Deep-Pocketed Funders Joined Forces to Take on Bipolar Disorder

Why Three Deep-Pocketed Funders Joined Forces to Take on Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder has been significantly understudied. In response, several donors with personal experience of the condition are working with the Milken Institute on a $150 million initiative to fund and coordinate global research.

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Intergenerational Music-Making: How One Funder's Tackling Loneliness and Division

Intergenerational Music-Making: How One Funder's Tackling Loneliness and Division

For the Eisner Foundation, funding a community-based orchestra, open to all ages, has helped build ties between the generations, enriching an L.A. neighborhood. It’s a testament to the power of intergenerational programming.

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As Attention to Mental Health Grows, a Major Nonprofit Lands a New Leader and Some Big Backers

As Attention to Mental Health Grows, a Major Nonprofit Lands a New Leader and Some Big Backers

Policymaker and former OSF Program Director Ken Zimmerman has been named head of Fountain House, a group that has also picked up big donors lately. What does that say about mental health philanthropy?

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Meet the Funder Collaborative Behind a Push for Psychedelic Mental Health Treatments

Meet the Funder Collaborative Behind a Push for Psychedelic Mental Health Treatments

The Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative has been working to secure federal approval of PTSD treatments using psychedelic substances. With plenty of well-heeled donors aboard, the group’s outlook is bright.

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Born This Way: How Lady Gaga’s Foundation Focuses on Kindness

Born This Way: How Lady Gaga’s Foundation Focuses on Kindness

Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation focuses on youth and mental health, backed by Gaga herself, funding partners, and ticket sales. Executive Director Maya Enista Smith explains how its work has evolved over the years.

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A Startup Philanthropy Targeting Serious Mental Illness Ramps Up

A Startup Philanthropy Targeting Serious Mental Illness Ramps Up

The Baszucki Brain Research Fund, created by tech industry couple David and Jan Baszucki, has accelerated grantmaking in 2022 to support research in bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and major depression.

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A Major Health Insurance Foundation Targets Disparities in Substance Use and Mental Health

A Major Health Insurance Foundation Targets Disparities in Substance Use and Mental Health

The Elevance Health Foundation, like its corporate counterpart, recently changed its name from Anthem. It’s seeking to address disparities, emphasizing the continuum of care around substance use and mental health.

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Here’s How the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Is Growing Three Partnerships to Boost Global Health

Here’s How the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Is Growing Three Partnerships to Boost Global Health

The Greece-based Stavros Niarchos Foundation is expanding a major global health grantmaking initiative with commitments to three longtime partners based in New York City. Mental health is one focus area.

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A New Round of Grants Will Support the Field of Social Work. But Will They Help Social Workers?

A New Round of Grants Will Support the Field of Social Work. But Will They Help Social Workers?

The New York Community Trust gave $4.5 million to support the field of social work, an encouraging development at a time of increased reliance on social workers. But what can philanthropy do about the job’s high cost and low wages?

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Here's What We Know About a Walton Heir’s Zoma Foundation, a Big Supporter of Early Childhood

Here's What We Know About a Walton Heir’s Zoma Foundation, a Big Supporter of Early Childhood

This couple from America’s richest family are founders of a sizable but low-profile foundation. Here’s what we learned from a deep dive into their grantmaking on maternal health, early childhood development, and more.

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Is Smartphone Use Taking a Toll on Kids? This New Family Foundation Wants to Find Out

Is Smartphone Use Taking a Toll on Kids? This New Family Foundation Wants to Find Out

Are smartphones and social media contributing to the youth mental health crisis? The Winston Family Foundation’s new center at UNC-Chapel Hill is conducting research on the poorly understood impacts of technology use.

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Round Four: Here’s What You Need to Know About MacKenzie Scott's Latest List of Gifts

Round Four: Here’s What You Need to Know About MacKenzie Scott's Latest List of Gifts

At long last, our two-time winner for Philanthropist of the Year has dropped another Medium post—this time with the names of grantees included. Here are some key takeaways.

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Mental Health Hotline’s Launch Is Fast-Approaching. Philanthropy Can Help Make It a Success

Mental Health Hotline’s Launch Is Fast-Approaching. Philanthropy Can Help Make It a Success

Federal law requires activation of the 988 mental health crisis hotline number in July. Here’s how philanthropy can help states and communities build the next generation of crisis response and care.

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Five Things to Know About MacKenzie Scott’s Latest Round of Gifts

Five Things to Know About MacKenzie Scott’s Latest Round of Gifts

The groundbreaking grantmaker left it to her latest grantees to publicize their gifts—or not. Since then, there’s been a steady stream of gift announcements, some of them massive. Here’s what you need to know.

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