How you can help
At Black Girls Mental Health Collective (BGMHC), our mission is to provide culturally competent, accessible, and transformative mental health care to Black women and birthing people. However, the demand for these services far exceeds our current capacity. We need your help to expand our reach, deepen our impact, and ensure no one is left without the care they need.
Whether you’re an individual, organization, or community leader, there are many ways to support our work. This guide will outline actionable steps you can take to help us grow.
1. Spread the Word
The first step to expanding our reach is increasing awareness about who we are and what we do. Here’s how you can help:
Share Our Content
Follow us on social media and share our posts with your network. By amplifying our voice, you help more people learn about our mission and services.Tell Your Community
Talk to friends, family, and colleagues about BGMHC. Word-of-mouth referrals can connect those in need with the help they deserve.Use Hashtags
Use hashtags like #BlackMentalHealth, #MaternalMentalHealth, and #CulturallyCompetentCare when sharing about our work to reach broader audiences.
2. Donate to Support Therapy for Those in Need
Financial contributions play a critical role in expanding access to care. Donations to BGMHC go directly toward programs like our therapy fund, which provides financial assistance for uninsured or underinsured women and birthing people seeking therapy.
Make a Donation
Every dollar counts. Visit our donation page to contribute to our therapy fund or general operations.Set Up Recurring Donations
Monthly donations provide a steady stream of support, enabling us to plan for long-term growth and impact.Sponsor a Therapy Session
Cover the cost of therapy for someone who cannot afford it, directly helping a Black woman or birthing person access life-changing mental health care.
3. Partner With Us
If you’re part of an organization, institution, or business, consider partnering with BGMHC to expand our resources and services.
Corporate Sponsorships
Support our programs through sponsorships that align with your organization’s mission and values.Collaborative Projects
Work with us on initiatives that promote mental health awareness and equity in your community.Educational Workshops
Host or sponsor a workshop on perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, or culturally competent care to educate your team or audience.
4. Volunteer Your Time and Skills
Your time and talents can make a huge difference. Here are some ways you can volunteer:
Host Fundraisers
Organize local or virtual fundraisers to support BGMHC. Examples include donation drives, benefit events, or social media campaigns.Offer Professional Skills
If you have expertise in areas like marketing, grant writing, or web design, offer your skills to help us grow.Join Our Advocacy Efforts
Advocate for policies that promote mental health equity and access to care for Black women and birthing people.
5. Support Our Nurturing Nest
Our Nurturing Nest initiative provides essential items to moms in need, such as diapers, clothing, and postpartum recovery supplies. Here’s how you can help:
Shop Our Registry
Visit our registry to purchase items directly for moms in need.Host a Baby Supply Drive
Organize a community event to collect baby supplies, postpartum items, and other essentials.
6. Engage with Your Local Community
Expanding our reach means building strong connections within local communities. Here’s how you can help on the ground:
Connect Us with Local Organizations
If you know of groups or organizations that align with our mission, help us establish connections for collaboration.Distribute Resources
Share information about our therapy fund, services, and educational content with local clinics, schools, and community centers.Advocate for Maternal Mental Health
Join conversations about improving mental health services and racial equity in your area.
7. Share Your Story
Personal stories are powerful tools for raising awareness and reducing stigma around mental health.
Write a Testimonial
If you’ve benefited from our services, consider sharing your experience to inspire others.Guest Blog for Us
Contribute a blog post about mental health, perinatal experiences, or other relevant topics for our website.Social Media Features
Share your mental health journey on social media and tag us to help normalize seeking help.
8. Advocate for Policy Change
Systemic change is key to addressing the disparities in maternal mental health care. You can help by:
Contacting Legislators
Advocate for policies that increase funding for mental health services, especially for Black women and birthing people.Promoting Medicaid Coverage for Doulas and Therapists
Push for expanded Medicaid coverage for services like therapy and doula care, which significantly improve outcomes.
Every Action Counts
Whether you share our work on social media, donate to our therapy fund, or volunteer your time, every action brings us closer to a world where Black women and birthing people have access to the mental health care they deserve.
Thank you for being part of our journey. Together, we can create lasting change.
To learn more about how you can get involved, visit our contact page or donation page today.
Let’s expand the reach of mental health care—because every voice, every effort, and every gift matters.
