Funders to approach for Black Mental Health Oregon

Organizations Mission-We are a non-profit organization that exists to serve the communities of Color, underserved and marginalized by promoting positive mental wellness strategies, service and support. We also create programs to increase access to resources, through education, outreach, and advocacy. Statement of Program Service Accomplishments-Services offered by BMHO for individuals in need of residential treatment and/or housing insecurities are community informed and include direct housing services, wrap-around services, and community programming. Housing services include direct outreach and engagement, rental/mortgage/utility assistance, short-term housing supports, housing navigation/placement, and landlord recruitment. BMHO offers supportive housing stabilization services and connects clients to stable housing. BMHO uses a peer support approach to build rapport with clients, develop relationships, and create trust. This approach creates a supportive space for clients to feel safe and represented when connecting to additional needed services offered by other CBOs and service providers. BMHO supports individuals and/or families by focusing on their personal stories and history working to understand the causes that led to their current situations. Peer Support Specialists (PPS) place and support individuals in short-term emergency shelters, advocate for permanent housing, build relationships and provide regular check-ins and basic need…