Memorial Donations & General Donations

mainimg

Upcoming Events

NAMI Western Massachusetts color vertical

 Art and Poetry Show 2024 image low res

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Western Massachusetts (NAMI-WM) will hold an opening reception for its 13th Annual Art and Poetry Show featuring the work of artists and poets living with mental health conditions. Taking place on Wednesday, April 3rd from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Chicopee Public Library, 449 Front St. The reception, and parking adjacent to the library, are free. The show will feature art and poetry works, some for sale to the public, with all proceeds going to the artists. Complimentary refreshments will be served and all are welcome to attend this very special event. The exhibit runs the entire month of April.

Click Here for entry form

 

NAMI-WM was incorporated and tax exempt officially on January 13, 1983. In honor of this special day, we would like to dedicate our end of year fundraiser in Honor our founders: Harold and Ruth Stein, Kenneth Landon, Mary Garret, Barbara Howard and Michael Murphy. We have set a goal to raise $10,000 by January 13, 2024 to continue their mission and advocacy in the Western Mass community.

Please join us by donating to honor them as ‘Mental Wellness is your Greatest Strength’.

 

2023 Year end goal thermometer 8569 1

  

 

Annual Meeting 2024 Thank You

 

Results from this year's election

Re-elected
Tamari Cole - President
Kateri M. Walsh - Vice - President
Donna M. Roundy - Treasurer
Vacant - Secretary
Bernice Drumheller - Director
Natasha Mercado-Santana - Director
Bonnie Pueschel - Director


New to Board of Directors
Lesley Baird - Director
Areliz Barbosa - Director
Eileen McKeever - Director

 

Now being held

KMW Yoga Flyer 2023 Update Every Monday

 

Thumbnail Natasha Mercado Santana

Watch the video by NAMI-WM board member Natasha Mercado-Santana on how she maintains good mental heath during this difficult time.

 

Kateri M Walsh Walk 2019 PORTRAIT resized

Watch the video by NAMI-WM board member Kateri M. Walsh on Mindfulness


 

Please consider making a donation to NAMI Western Massachusetts during this difficult time, as we are unable to hold our usual spring fundraising events. Many small donations will go a long way towards helping us to maintain our office and keep everyone informed as best we can. Thank you, your donation means more now than ever. We need to continue to support everyone that is struggling as we fight this fight together. Thank you!

 

 

Bag programs at both Stop & Shop and Big Y are avialable year round. All you have to do is designate NAMI-Western Massachusetts as your non-profit of choice on the gift card you fill out when you purchase a bag.

 

Stop Shop Bag Tag reminder FB

 

 BAG ITS A WIN WIN

When you purchase this bag at your local Big Y you can make a donation to NAMI Western Massachusetts just by designating us as your choice for your donation on the gift tag. Follow the link, fill out the form and when you submit the form you will be instructed to pick a non-profit. We will be most grateful if you choose us. Thank you for your continued support!

 Gift Tag Form

 

 

Homefront logo

NAMI Homefront is a free, 6-session online educational program for families, caregivers and friends of military service members and vets with mental health conditions. Based on the nationally recognized NAMI Family-to-Family program, NAMI Homefront is designed to address the unique needs of family, caregivers and friends of those who have served or are currently serving our country. The program is taught by trained family members of service members/veterans living with mental health conditions.

Learn More

 
 

 Let others know there is hope and understanding.
You can change the way the world sees mental health.
 
Take the pledge to be Stigma free!
 
 
 
Help NAMI replace stigma with hope. Learn more about how you can help by
taking the pledge to bring understanding and education to others.
 #Stigmafree

In a country where 1 in 5 people are affected by a mental health condition, it's time for all of us to step up and change the conversation. Join Mayim Bialik and others and pledge to be ‪#‎StigmaFree.

- See more at:https://www.nami.org/Press-Media/NAMI-PSAs

 

 Get your Community Involved. Become a Leader in The Mental Health Movement.
 
 
 
Make a change in your local community by being an advocate for Mental Health awareness.
 
  

Mental Health By the Numbers

Millions of Americans are affected by mental health conditions every year. Here are some facts about the prevalence and impact of mental illness.

- See more at: https://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-By-the-Numbers#sthash.3elfqLsU.VuffIKYe.dpuf

Mental Health By the Numbers

Millions of Americans are affected by mental health conditions every year. Here are some facts about the prevalence and impact of mental illness.

- See more at: https://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-By-the-Numbers#sthash.3elfqLsU.VuffIKYe.dpuf

Mental Health By the Numbers

Millions of Americans are affected by mental health conditions every year.

Worldwide 450 Million People live with Mental Health Disorders.

U.S. Adults considered to be in a state of Optimal Mental Health - 17%

Learn the facts about the prevalence and impact of mental illness.

READ MORE>>

 

NAMI remains committed to providing a safe, secure space to talk about whatever's on your mind. We encourage you to visit NAMI’s discussion groups to find support, share your experiences and learn from others affected by mental health conditions. The new and improved discussion boards are mobile-friendly and let you personalize posts with emojiis, badges and avatars.

Enter Discussion Groups

BBB Wise Giving Alliance

Charity Navigator four star charity

Amazon smile donate button