HelpBreaking Mental Health Stigma at NAMIWalks NYC + Mental Health Street Fest
Who: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of New York City (NAMI-NYC)
What: NAMIWalks NYC + Mental Health Street Fest
Enjoy our annual Walk at the scenic, historic Seaport and then a quintessential New York street fest featuring a drum line and music, live mural painting, fitness activities, giveaways, and more. This event celebrates community and connection.
When: Sunday, May 18, 10AM-2PM
Where: The Seaport, Pier 17
Why: In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, NAMIWalks NYC + Mental Health Street Fest creates community and breaks stigma around mental illness. 1 in 5 New Yorkers are affected by mental illness and the other 4 are their family and friends. We are ALL impacted, and there are free programs, resources, and community available.
As part of this fundraising campaign, NAMI-NYC aims to raise more than $1.25 million for its free mental health programs, including classes, 40 support and social groups, family mentoring program, Helpline in 180 languages, educational presentations, and much more. NAMI-NYC is the only direct provider of family support services for people caring for a loved one with mental illness.
A selection of sponsors and street fest exhibitors include AbbVie, BMO, FOX, Kramer Levin, Aetna, Axsome, BeWELL Psychotherapy and Wellness, Gracie Square Hospital, Healthfirst, Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc., New York Football Giants, New York Psychotherapy & Counseling Center, Phoenix House NY, The Usdan Institute, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, and Willow Health
To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Emma at echesed@naminyc.org.
To walk, start a team, or donate, visit www.namiwalksnyc.org. To learn more about NAMI-NYC Mental Health Awareness Month activities, please visit www.naminyc.org/may.