Every day at myHealth for Teens & Young Adults, we witness the transformative power of accessible care. Over 300 young people visit us each month, many of whom are uninsured or underinsured. We take pride in our promise: we never turn anyone away for an inability to pay. Our mission is simple yet vital—to ensure every teen and young adult has access to the medical and mental health care they need. And we can’t do it alone.

That’s where you come in. We’re inviting you to join our Mission Makers Club, a community of monthly supporters who make it possible for us to meet immediate needs and plan for the future with confidence. Monthly donations provide the steady, reliable funding that keeps our doors open and our services thriving.

Here’s how your monthly gift makes a difference:

• Stocking our dispensary: Ensuring essential medications are always available for our patients.
• Providing critical supplies: Keeping vaccines and test kits on hand so no one has to wait for care.
• Support for Mental Health: keeping our per session fee affordable
• Covering operational costs: Supporting the behind-the-scenes work that makes our services possible.

Our monthly donors are at the heart of everything we do. Christopher & Britta O., members of the Mission Makers Club, shared why they give: “We see our monthly giving as our base commitment to myHealth…a set-it-and-forget-it contribution that helps us plan our budget as much as it helps myHealth plan its.” And Asya L. says, “donating to MyHealth gives me the opportunity to give back to my community in an easy way and utilizing my employer’s donation match helps the funds go even further.”

Whether you choose to give $20, $50, or $100 a month, your support directly impacts the lives of the young people who rely on us. As a Mission Maker, you’ll receive regular updates showing exactly how your generosity is transforming lives and strengthening our community.

Ready to make a lasting impact? Joining is easy! Visit our donation page and select your monthly giving amount. Your support ensures that every young person in our community has the opportunity to thrive.

Thank you for considering this meaningful way to give. Together, we’re creating a future where no young person is left behind.

Guest written by Youth Advisory Board (YAB) member

Though 50 million Americans struggle with mental illness each year, stigma surrounding mental health remains persistent. While stigma continues to be a large issue regarding people reaching out for help, there are ways to reduce stigma around mental health for yourself and others. Stigma should not be an obstacle to people reaching out for support. Here are five ways to reduce stigma around mental health.

Educate Yourself and Others

The best way to reduce stigma is to educate yourself. Stigma is caused by a lack of information and is exacerbated by stereotypes, false assumptions, and misinformation. By taking time to learn more about the subject, stigma can be reduced.

Openly Talk about Mental Health Experiences

By openly talking about personal mental health experiences, people can view the subject as less ‘taboo’ and more as the common experiences that they are! If you are open to sharing your experience, discussing personal experiences with mental health can help others few it as a common issue in society and can be motivated to talk about their own experiences as well.

Participate in Support Groups, Panels, and Discussions

The best way to get information about mental health is to participate in support groups, panels, and discussions. By talking through specific experiences and learning from others, stigma in mental health can be reduced through the acknowledgment and acceptance of others.

Seek Treatment

Due to the stigma surrounding mental health, many try to ignore their struggles and put them aside. As a result, many do not seek treatment or support. However, stigma can be prevented by getting treatment early on and reaching out for support. Through support, people can help realize that getting resources for mental health is common and effective and should not be stigmatized.

Speak against Stigma

Speaking out against stigma revolving around mental health is the best way to reduce stigma. This can be through speaking at events/schools, informing those around you about the subject, and correcting misconceptions when you hear them. Additionally, through advocating for more mental health education and resources in schools, stigma can be reduced early on.

Everyone experiences mental health struggles at some point in their life. By recognizing the universal nature of these struggles, all of us can take steps like those listed here to reduce the stigma against seeking mental health support for the good of all.