I M PA C T R E P O R T FISCAL YEAR
2017
5 POWERFUL I M PAC T S YO U HELPED US TO AC H I E V E I N F Y 2 0 17 THE LEGACY OF ONE.
Belle Dusseault Hambacher, was only 33 years old when she unexpectedly passed away due to an undiagnosed heart condition on December 23, 2016. She was a devoted MHA volunteer and donor from 2008-2015 and part of the MHA family. Belle understood the vital importance of reducing the stigma associated with mental health concerns. The lives she touched will be her legacy.
WE ADVOCATED.
39th Statewide Annual Legislative Breakfast
400
Attendees
TOPI C
Start Strong to Stay Strong: Early Intervention Makes Cents
Two “Linking with Legislators” events Linking with Legislators is a new MHA-hosted event encouraging dialogue between constituents in Mecklenburg and Cabarrus Counties and their elected officials. Representative Carla D. Cunningham (D-Mecklenburg) and Senator Jeff Jackson (D-Mecklenburg) were our first two guests!
Highlighting Child Mental Health
Legislative panel of 18 NC General Assembly members included: Rep. Cunningham Sen. McKissick Rep. Insko
Rep. Murphy
Sen. Foushee
Sen. Woodard
762
Mental health advocates in AIMWell, MHA’s grassroots network
32
Attendees
100% reporting
increased knowledge of mental health policies
73 73
More than 2016
Join AIMWell to receive “Legislative Updates” at www.mhacentralcarolinas.org.
I M PA C T R E P O R T FISCAL YEAR
2017
WE EDUCATED.
94%
Report they are better able to identify symptoms of a mental health problem
96%
Report feeling more confident that they can reach out to someone who may be dealing with a mental health crisis
1,480
In Mental Health First Aid
751
In QPR Suicide Prevention
MHA CONTINUED TO CONVENE A LOCAL MENTAL HEALTH TRAINERS’ COLLABORATIVE WITH VALUABLE PARTNERS SUCH AS NOVANT HEALTH, CAROLINAS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, FAMILY FIRST, CARDINAL INNOVATIONS, DAVIDSON LIFELINE, AND AFSP
WE PREVENTED.
35 Compeer 1 to 1 matches result in respondents reporting
83%
improvement in feeling cared about
78%
improvement in feeling understood
76%
improvement in decreased loneliness
74%
improvement in self-esteem
172
Program participants attended Compeer’s bi-monthly social/ educational events
Volunteers spent 4 hrs a month with their match
35
Adults with chronic mental health concerns gained a new friend
TONIA’S IMPACT. (L to R): Betty and Tonia
Consider becoming a Compeer Volunteer at www.mhcentralcarolinas.org.
www.mhacentralcarolinas.org
Tonia was recognized as Compeer’s outstanding volunteer of 2016-2017. Betty said of Tonia, “I feel good when I’m around her.” READ MORE: Read Tonia and Betty’s full story on our website’s Compeer page.
I M PA C T R E P O R T FISCAL YEAR
2017
A Letter to My Brother By MHA Storyteller, Missy Willis
WE EMPOWERED.
483
Yesterday marked nine years since you decided to leave it all behind. On the anniversary of your death, millions of Americans were collectively looking toward the sky to witness the most amazing cosmic event: a total solar eclipse.
Family members reached including 143 individuals in Cabarrus County
After receiving PARENTVOICE support and empowerment:
89%
Parents knew where to access help and affordable resources
90%
Parents could identify their child’s and family’s strengths
Missy Willis
As I stood in the path of totality with family and friends, watching the brilliant sun grow dimmer and dimmer, the light around us fading into darkness, I was stricken with awe; not just by the event itself, but of the possibility of turning all the attention on the eclipse of the sun to the lives eclipsed by suicide.
Can you imagine the change we would see if all those same people turned their attention to suicide prevention?
READ MORE: Missy’s full letter is on our website’s Suicide Prevention page.
LIGHTING ANOTHER’S CANDLE
READ MORE: Read Rohini’s full story on our website’s ParentVOICE page.
22 say they focus on 71% Youth the good things in life
Rohini was feeling isolated and overwhelmed when trying to navigate the school system for her son Daya who is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She was referred to ParentVOICE Family Partner Cathy Johnson for one-on-one support. Rohini said, “Cathy insisted that I should be trained to be my son’s voice where ever we move.”
(L to R): Rohini, Daya and EmJay
Youth participated in MHA’s PhotoVoice digital storytelling project they take care of their 88% Say mental or emotional health
WE REDUCED MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA AND ENCOURAGED HELP-SEEKING.
100%
Believe that people working together can have an affect
144 community members attended MHA’s Coffee & Conversations which include a presentation by an MHA Storyteller–a volunteer testimonial about mental health recovery.
1,527
people utilized
82% 78%
Screening tools on the MHA website
www.mhacentralcarolinas.org
Attendees indicated they learned ways to improve or maintain their mental wellness Attendees would be more willing to act to correct misconceptions about mental health concerns after the experience
I M PA C T R E P O R T FISCAL YEAR
2017
MHA FINANCIALS Year Ended June 30, 2017
SUPPORT & REVENUE
Contributions & Grants $313,549 United Way $275,807 Membership Dues $7,980 Mecklenburg County $411,601 Special Events $12,002 Program Service Fees $8,000 Investment Income $42,485 TOTAL SUPPORT AND REVENUE $1,071,424
EXPENSES
SUPPORT & REVENUE
9% Contributions & Grants 2 26% United Way 38% Mecklenburg County 4% Investment Income 3% Other
EXPENSES
79% Program Services 10% Management & General 11% Fundraising
Program Services $873,291 Management & General $113,554 Fundraising $124,226 TOTAL EXPENSES $1,111,071
Each MHA donor and volunteer makes a difference - every gift illustrates the power of one! Presenting Sponsor
A HEARTFELT
THANK YOU
T O M H A’ S W A K E U P FOR WELLNESS SPONSORS!
Advocacy Leaders
Anti-Stigma Champions
Promoting Mental Wellness Since 1933
Member Agency
www.mhacentralcarolinas.org
Matching Grant Sponsor
Major Funder
Phone: 704.365.3454
Corporate Member
Email: mha@mhacentralcarolinas.org