activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 12
- Annual Ruck Event for Community Engagement Community Running and Walking EventsOrganizes an annual honorary ruck event featuring 5K and 10K ruck walks or runs, aimed at engaging community members, active duty military, veterans, and first responders, with a goal of attracting 800 participants at Horseshoe Equestrian Park in Queen Creek, AZ.
- Community Mental Health Workshops Mental Health Education ProgramsOffers no-cost community workshops tailored to address pressing societal mental health needs.
- Community Workshops Mental Health Education ProgramsProvides no-cost community workshops tailored to societal needs.
- Financial Assistance for Mental Health Therapy Financial Assistance for Therapy AccessProvides financial sponsorships, up to $3,000 per individual, to cover the cost of mental health therapy sessions for youth, young adults, and parents in Arizona who are experiencing financial instability or inadequate insurance coverage. The organization has awarded over 3,300 therapy sessions.
- Financial Sponsorship for Mental Health Therapy Financial Assistance for Therapy AccessProvides financial assistance, up to $3,000 per individual, to cover the cost of mental health therapy sessions for youth, young adults, parents, and others in Arizona who face financial instability or inadequate insurance coverage. Requires applicants to have an existing relationship with or a scheduled intake session with a qualified mental health professional.
- Financial sponsorship for mental health therapy Financial Assistance for Therapy AccessProvides financial assistance, up to $3,000 per individual, to cover the cost of mental health therapy sessions for youth, young adults, parents, and others in Arizona who face financial instability or inadequate insurance coverage. Applicants must have an existing relationship with or a scheduled intake session with a qualified mental health professional to be eligible.
- Honorary Ruck Event Community Running and Walking EventsOrganizes an annual honorary Ruck event where community members, active duty military, veterans, and first responders participate in 5K or 10K ruck walks or runs to raise awareness and support for mental health.
- Hosts community mental health workshops Mental Health Education ProgramsProvides no-cost community workshops tailored to address pressing societal mental health needs, offering accessible education and support.
- Maintains and provides access to a mental health provider database Mental Health Provider DirectoriesOperates and maintains a publicly accessible online database of licensed mental health providers in Arizona who are in good standing with the state licensing board, enabling individuals to locate and select qualified therapists.
- Mental Health Provider Database Mental Health Provider DirectoriesMaintains and provides public access to an online database of licensed mental health providers in Arizona to help individuals select a qualified therapist.
- Mental Health Provider Database Mental Health Provider DirectoriesMaintains and provides public access to an online database of licensed mental health providers in Arizona who are in good standing with the state licensing board, to help individuals find and select qualified therapists.
- Organizes annual Ruck event for community engagement and awareness Community Running and Walking EventsHosts an annual honorary Ruck event featuring 5K and 10K ruck walks or runs at Horseshoe Equestrian Park in Queen Creek, AZ, inviting community members, active duty military, veterans, and first responders; aimed at fostering connection and awareness around mental health, with a goal of attracting 800 participants in 2025.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- Barrier Reduction and Stigma-Free Access barrier_removalIncreases access to mental health care by actively reducing systemic and social barriers, including financial hardship and stigma, to support emotional progress and break intergenerational cycles of distress.
- Client-Centered Therapist Matching with Specialization client-centered therapist matchingImproves treatment effectiveness by prioritizing strong therapist-client fit through a vetted, accessible provider directory that emphasizes licensed providers with specialties aligned to individual client needs.
- Client-centered therapist matching and selection client-centered_therapist_matchingThe organization facilitates effective mental health treatment by providing a vetted, publicly accessible online directory and an information guide to help individuals select licensed mental health providers. This approach emphasizes client-therapist fit and allows for selection based on specialty, location, and specific mental health conditions or populations to align care with individual client needs.
- Community-Driven Outreach and Education community education/outreachEngages the community through education, speaker events, and participatory grantmaking to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support mental health initiatives for vulnerable groups including veterans and first responders.
- Deliver drug-free, non-invasive neurofeedback therapy as a brain-based treatment approach neurofeedback_therapyHOPE MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION utilizes neurofeedback therapy—a drug-free, non-invasive method that leverages real-time brain activity monitoring and neuroplasticity—to train self-regulation and improve long-term brain function for sustainable mental health outcomes.
- Drug-Free, Non-Invasive Neurofeedback Therapy neurofeedback therapyOffers neurofeedback therapy as a drug-free, non-invasive treatment that leverages real-time brain activity monitoring and neuroplasticity to improve brain function and support long-term mental health.
- Expand access to care for underserved and low-income populations through targeted outreach and eligibility models increasing_access_to_therapy_for_underserved_populationsBy focusing on underserved groups—including low-income families, children, students, TANF recipients, and individuals with chronic illness—the organization uses its QCO status and targeted programming to ensure equitable access to mental health services for Arizona’s most vulnerable residents.
- Facilitate client-centered access to vetted mental health providers via a curated directory and matching process provider_directoryThe organization emphasizes therapist-client fit by offering a publicly accessible, vetted provider directory and informational resources that support informed selection, prioritizing licensed providers with relevant specializations to ensure appropriate, effective care.
- Financial Access Model via Sponsorship financial_access_modelRemoves financial barriers to mental health therapy for underserved populations by funding treatment through a sponsorship model that connects donors with individuals in need, directly paying licensed providers after vetting and approval.
- Neurofeedback therapy for brain self-regulation neurofeedback_therapyThe organization utilizes neurofeedback therapy, a drug-free, non-invasive brain training method, to encourage self-regulation and improve brain function. This approach leverages the brain's natural neuroplasticity to build healthier long-term patterns in a safe manner.
- Reduce mental health stigma and increase community engagement through education and participatory initiatives stigma_reductionThe organization combats stigma and promotes mental wellness through community outreach, speaker engagements, experiential gratitude events for first responders and veterans, and community-driven grantmaking that fosters public involvement in mental health support.
- Remove financial barriers to mental health care through direct financial sponsorship financial_access_modelHOPE MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION addresses mental health disparities by eliminating cost as a barrier to therapy, using a sponsorship model to fund treatment for youth, young adults, parents, and others facing financial hardship, thereby increasing access and building community resilience.
- Removing financial barriers to mental health therapy financial_access_modelThe organization addresses mental health disparities and increases access to care by removing financial barriers to therapy for underserved populations, including youth, young adults, parents, and low-income families. This is achieved through a sponsorship model that funds therapy for individuals facing financial instability or inadequate insurance, with direct payments to vetted, licensed providers.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Community Workshops
Provides no-cost community workshops based on societal needs.
Financial Assistance for Mental Health Counseling
Ensures individuals receive vital mental health counseling during times of financial instability or due to inadequate insurance benefits by covering session costs up to $150.
Provider Database
A database of mental health providers in Arizona that accept HOPE payments or are available for various reasons, intended for individuals seeking therapists.
relationships · 19
who they work with
- Alison Erdmann Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Angie Hatch Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Aprio Partner — Corporate partner supporting the foundation.
- Cannon Beach AZ Partner — Partner organization supporting the Hope Mental Health Foundation.
- Caris Sports Foundation Partner — Supporting organization providing resources or funding.
- Debbie McRae Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Dr. Randi Gray Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Elena De Luz Partner — Listed as a sponsor
- Family Strategies Partner — Features Dr. Kim Buck, PhD, who is affiliated with Family Strategies, as a contributor to educational content.
- Jacqueline Kaleigh Rogers Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Jonathan Harrop Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Lawana Mortensen Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Marie Ricks Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Opened Academy Partner — Partner organization collaborating with or supporting the foundation.
- PayPal Giving Fund Funder — Receives donations via GoFundMe and distributes them to the charity.
- Rotary Club of Queen Creek Partner — Supporting partner of the Hope Mental Health Foundation.
- Sheana Kupitz Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Steph Faust Partner — Mental health provider listed in the database who accepts HOPE payments.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Government — Uses SAMHSA's treatment locator to help identify community-based mental health programs.