Support the National Federation of Families

The National Federation is the only nationally recognized family organization dedicated to improving the lives of children with serious mental, emotional and behavioral health challenges and their families. Through a grassroots and strengths based approach, the National Federation provides over 120 chapters and state organizations [1] with resources and tools to do the ground work in various communities across the nation. In addition, the National Federation advocates at the national level for better outcomes for youth and children in the various youth and child serving systems. Through policy, leadership and evaluation training, the National Federation empowers families, children and youth with the knowledge and skills they need to be advocates in their own communities. The National Federation also has an increasing role in providing Technical Assistance to youth groups across the country.

We hope to continue providing families, children and youth with the resources, support and lives they deserve, so please consider making a tax deductible donation today.

What Kind of Donations Can I Make?

We currently are offering individuals one of two ways in which they can donate, in one of two methods.

General Donation:

A general donation goes to helping build resources and tools for families, children, and youth. Please use the Authorize.net button below to make a general donation. You may also make a donation by mail or over the phone (see below).

Donation to the Shell Purdy Youth Scholarship Fund:

Recently, the National Federation of Families lost a long time youth advocate. In her honor, we are now accepting donations to help support the Youth Scholarship Fund which will allow youth the opportunity to attend the National Federation conferences to continue the work that Shell and countless others have done in the advancement of youth-guided care and voice. Please use the Authorize.net button below to make a donation to scholarship fund and note that you are donating to the fund during checkout. You may also make a donation by mail or over the phone (see below).

How Can I Donate?

Make a Donation by Mail:

Print out our brochure [2] and fill out the donate section provided. Donation forms can be sent to:

National Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health
9605 Medical Center Drive, Suite 280
Rockville, MD 20850

Make a Donation by Phone:

Call our main office at 240-403-1901 and ask to speak to our fiscal officer.

Make a Donation through Authorize.net

You may also make a donation by credit card through Authorize.net. Click the link below to be taken to a secure website where you can specify your amount and enter in your details.