Charity Race for Mental Health
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3rd Annual Chas Foundation 8k Race & 5k Walk/Run
We want to thank everyone who donated to this year's Chas Foundation race. It was a huge success!! Donations from this GoFundMe site were added to other donations, and the total raised was in excess of $25000. These funds will directly fund:
- Individualized Family Support Program
- Development of Mindfulness Program
- Reach Program (Train Pediatricians To Treat Mental Illness)
- Supplies for Crisis Stabilization Center
- Anti-Stigma Campaign throughout Hampton Roads
But, this GoFundMe campaign will continue in hopes of reaching its $5000 goal by year's end. This is a great opportunity for an end-of-year tax-deductible donation. Please consider giving. No donation is too small.
Dr. Mark Lawson’s Story: I have had many challenges in my life as a Naval Officer and physician but my greatest challenge was in trying to help my beautiful daughter cope with mental health issues. I was shocked how difficult it was in Tidewater to receive timely, adequate mental health care even as a member of the medical community. My daughter’s needs progressively escalated with much of the burden of caring for her mental illness falling on the family.
The anxiety and worry was crushing at times as we searched for the resources to help her get better. Even having excellent health insurance was of little help in getting the resources she needed. We lost this beautiful young lady on January 23, 2013 and have dedicated ourselves to the advancement of effective mental health care and improved mental health resources for patients and families in Tidewater. Being an avid runner, I though putting on a charity race to raise funds for this cause was in order. Out of this personal loss has come The Chas Foundation 8K Run and 5K Walk/Run. 100% of funds raised will go to supporting The Chas Foundation and improved mental health care in Hampton Roads.
----------The Chas Foundation is a 501C nonprofit aimed at providing resources and support for those suffering from mental illness. For more information on what we do and for donations over $200 please go to our web site at http://thechasfoundation.org/ or email us at
[email redacted].
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History of The Chas Foundation
Established in 2012 in memory of Tucker Corprew’s son, Charles H. Kirkwood (Chas), who suffered from bipolar disorder and ultimately lost his life to suicide. The organization began as a grassroots movement to significantly change the perception of people suffering from mental illness and enhance the quality of life of those individuals.
Mission
- Advocate for mentally ill individuals
- Strive for public acceptance of those dealing with a mental illness
- Increase access to effective treatment for the mentally ill
- Save lives of those dealing with a mental illness by working with private and public professionals
- Provide support, through education, for family members dealing with their loved one’s mental illness
Vision
In the Hampton Roads region, individuals suffering with mental illness and their caretakers will find resources for effective support and treatment
Values
- Neutral voice in the mental healthcare arena
- Innovative approaches to problems
- Proactive and holistic stance through research
- Breaking down barriers and turf obstacles
- Treating all individuals with dignity and respect
Current Programs & Projects
- Individualized Family Support Program
- Development of Mindfulness Program
- Reach Program (Train CHKD Pediatricians To Treat Mental Illness)
- Supplies for Crisis Stabilization Center
- Anti-Stigma Campaign throughout Hampton Roads
The Chas Foundation is a non-profit resource for the mentally ill and their families.
It is our hope that through this organization, we can show those who are suffering that they are far from alone, as well as provide information and support for the family members and friends.
In order for the Foundation to fulfill its mission and support these individuals, the Foundation needs help from donors. The Foundation will be publishing its accomplishments on its website, www.thechasfoundation.org and keeping our supporters informed as our organization grows.
The Chas Foundation is a nonprofit organization recognized under the Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3). The Chas Foundation tax ID is 46-0761549.
We want to thank everyone who donated to this year's Chas Foundation race. It was a huge success!! Donations from this GoFundMe site were added to other donations, and the total raised was in excess of $25000. These funds will directly fund:
- Individualized Family Support Program
- Development of Mindfulness Program
- Reach Program (Train Pediatricians To Treat Mental Illness)
- Supplies for Crisis Stabilization Center
- Anti-Stigma Campaign throughout Hampton Roads
But, this GoFundMe campaign will continue in hopes of reaching its $5000 goal by year's end. This is a great opportunity for an end-of-year tax-deductible donation. Please consider giving. No donation is too small.
Dr. Mark Lawson’s Story: I have had many challenges in my life as a Naval Officer and physician but my greatest challenge was in trying to help my beautiful daughter cope with mental health issues. I was shocked how difficult it was in Tidewater to receive timely, adequate mental health care even as a member of the medical community. My daughter’s needs progressively escalated with much of the burden of caring for her mental illness falling on the family.
The anxiety and worry was crushing at times as we searched for the resources to help her get better. Even having excellent health insurance was of little help in getting the resources she needed. We lost this beautiful young lady on January 23, 2013 and have dedicated ourselves to the advancement of effective mental health care and improved mental health resources for patients and families in Tidewater. Being an avid runner, I though putting on a charity race to raise funds for this cause was in order. Out of this personal loss has come The Chas Foundation 8K Run and 5K Walk/Run. 100% of funds raised will go to supporting The Chas Foundation and improved mental health care in Hampton Roads.
----------The Chas Foundation is a 501C nonprofit aimed at providing resources and support for those suffering from mental illness. For more information on what we do and for donations over $200 please go to our web site at http://thechasfoundation.org/ or email us at
[email redacted].
----------
History of The Chas Foundation
Established in 2012 in memory of Tucker Corprew’s son, Charles H. Kirkwood (Chas), who suffered from bipolar disorder and ultimately lost his life to suicide. The organization began as a grassroots movement to significantly change the perception of people suffering from mental illness and enhance the quality of life of those individuals.
Mission
- Advocate for mentally ill individuals
- Strive for public acceptance of those dealing with a mental illness
- Increase access to effective treatment for the mentally ill
- Save lives of those dealing with a mental illness by working with private and public professionals
- Provide support, through education, for family members dealing with their loved one’s mental illness
Vision
In the Hampton Roads region, individuals suffering with mental illness and their caretakers will find resources for effective support and treatment
Values
- Neutral voice in the mental healthcare arena
- Innovative approaches to problems
- Proactive and holistic stance through research
- Breaking down barriers and turf obstacles
- Treating all individuals with dignity and respect
Current Programs & Projects
- Individualized Family Support Program
- Development of Mindfulness Program
- Reach Program (Train CHKD Pediatricians To Treat Mental Illness)
- Supplies for Crisis Stabilization Center
- Anti-Stigma Campaign throughout Hampton Roads
The Chas Foundation is a non-profit resource for the mentally ill and their families.
It is our hope that through this organization, we can show those who are suffering that they are far from alone, as well as provide information and support for the family members and friends.
In order for the Foundation to fulfill its mission and support these individuals, the Foundation needs help from donors. The Foundation will be publishing its accomplishments on its website, www.thechasfoundation.org and keeping our supporters informed as our organization grows.
The Chas Foundation is a nonprofit organization recognized under the Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3). The Chas Foundation tax ID is 46-0761549.
Organizer
Sherry Waddell
Organizer
Palmer, AK
