Congratulations to the star fundraisers of 2015! These go-getting supporters each raised over $1,000 for the 9th Annual NAMIWalks, which took place on Oct. 4 at the Waterfront. Some raised the funds singlehandedly while others recruited a team and led the way to $1,000 in team donations. All donations directly support the mission of NAMI Southwestern Pennsylvania. Thank [...]
We at NAMI Southwestern Pennsylvania believe the best way to combat stigma is through public awareness and education. The more we share accurate information and personal stories with the general public, the more we break down barriers to treatment and encourage recovery. On this Giving Tuesday, we are asking for your participation in one (or more) of the following [...]
By Christine Michaels, MSHSA, Executive Director During this season of generous giving, please consider making a donation to the Dick Jevon Education and Advocacy Fund to support the work of NAMI Southwestern Pennsylvania. With your help last year, the Dick Jevon Education and Advocacy Fund helped us to expand the capacity of our education and advocacy initiatives [...]
By Libby Mascaro and Sam Kane: This brother and sister team created a beautiful video of their mom Mary Lou for the NAMIWalks. Their team, Mary Lou's Krew, is our top fundraising team of 2015. Take two minutes and watch the video now.
By Christine Michaels, Executive Director: As we bring our 2015 NAMIWalks season to a close, I want to thank each and every one of you who participated in or supported the Walk in some way. Our biggest public awareness and fundraising event of the year, the NAMI Walk takes thousands of dedicated people and generous donors to make it a success. [...]
You only need to turn in $20 (cash, check or online donations) to qualify to win our most unique and exciting prize yet: Executive Gourmet Cooking Party with Chef Len Spampinato Invite nine of your friends to join you at PapaGallo's Cucina or in your own kitchen for a fun and interactive evening of gourmet cooking. Executive Chef Len [...]
Starting today, Sept. 29, every $100 you raise online for the NAMIWalks earns you one chance to win one of the following prizes: An Apple iPad Air Hockey Tickets - Two tickets to the Oct. 15 Penguins vs. Senators game at Consol Energy Center (Center Ice, Section 102, Aisle Seats - Two Rows Behind the Pen's Bench) Theater [...]
By Chris Michaels: I am writing to ask for your support of our largest fundraiser of the year, the 9th Annual NAMI Walk, on Sunday, Oct. 4 at the Waterfront. Each year the NAMI Walk raises a tremendous amount of public awareness and helps to fund our programs throughout the entire year. I am asking for your [...]
By Deb Wasilchak: I have been part of the NAMI Walk as a volunteer and fundraiser since it began nine years ago. Now I am proud to serve as Chairperson of the NAMI Walk as well. I have seen the event grow from that very first Walk on a sunny fall day in 2007 (pictured above). Over the years, [...]
By Darcey Garda: Fundraising for NAMIWalks is not just about raising money. It tells us how many people are talking about mental illness - sharing their stories, encouraging others to speak openly, and spreading NAMI's message of hope and recovery. If you are eager to raise funds and be an active part of NAMIWalks' success, I [...]