NAMI Southwest Missouri National Alliance on Mental Illness

07/23/2025

We have a new group "Mindful Awareness" beginning August 6th @ 1:00 PM. This group will run for 8 weeks. Learn how mindfulness can change your life!

07/18/2025

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07/14/2025

07/11/2025

🎯 Final Results Are In – Thank You, Target Circle Voters! 💚

We are ecstatic to share the final results from our Target Circle Giving Campaign that ended on June 30th… thanks to YOUR votes, NAMI Southwest Missouri received 39,196 votes, resulting in a grant of $3,896.66! 🙌

While the funding is a huge win, what means even more is knowing that nearly 40,000 Target guests saw the work we do and chose to support our mission. That kind of community recognition is powerful — and we’re so grateful.

💡 These funds are unrestricted, which means they’ll go directly toward continuing our free mental health support, education, and advocacy programs throughout southwest Missouri.

We’re incredibly honored to have been part of this program, and even more honored to have you in our corner.

From all of us at NAMI SWMO — thank you for your votes, your shares, and your belief in the importance of mental health. 💚

07/11/2025

🌟 We’re SO excited to announce a brand new partnership for this year’s NEON Night 5K — the Children’s Entrepreneur Market will be joining us with their very own vendor section! 🙌💡

This incredible non-profit gives kids the chance to run their own mini-businesses, selling handmade crafts, tasty treats, fun games, and more. It’s like a farmers market — but with kids as the vendors! 🛍️👧🧑

Come out and shop small (really small!) while supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs. You’ll be amazed by their creativity and hustle!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 13th — this year’s NEON Night is going to be our biggest and brightest one yet! 🌈✨

07/10/2025

🌟 The countdown is ON! Get ready for a night of glowing fun featuring live entertainment by DJ Will, food trucks, vendors and of course, walking and running for a powerful cause. All proceeds stay local to support FREE mental health services! 💚



Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Springfield/NAMINEONNightKRunWalk

07/07/2025

Our hearts are with everyone affected by the tragic flooding emergencies in Texas. As the community mourns, and as other Southeast states are becoming impacted by the flooding, we want to remind you that support is available.

💙 The NAMI HelpLine: 800-950-6264 (M–F, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. ET)
💙 Text “NAMI” to 62640 or visit https://www.nami.org/help
💙 For 24/7 crisis support, call or text the 988 Lifeline
💙 For disaster-related emotional distress, call or text the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 (24/7 support)
💙 Visit our website for resources and information: nami.org/TXTraumaResources

07/04/2025

🇺🇸 In observance of Independence Day, our office will be closed. We will reopen with normal hours on Tuesday, July 8th.

As we take time to celebrate with family, friends, and our community, we want to wish you a safe, joyful, and peaceful Fourth of July. ❤️🤍💙

From all of us at NAMI SWMO– Happy Independence Day! 🎆

06/24/2025

Time’s running out! Don’t miss your chance to support us on Target Circle’s list of featured nonprofits. Make your voice count before 06/30!

Here’s how:
Step 1: Choose ‘My Target’ in the Target app or ‘Account’ on Target.com
Step 2: Tap ‘Cast votes’
Step 3: Find us & vote

target.com/circle

06/19/2025

It’s okay to:
✅ Feel insecure
✅ Ask for help
✅ Cry
✅ Be vulnerable

Men deserve the full range of human emotions — and the support to navigate them.

Find help and support here: nami.org/menshealthmonth

06/19/2025

Find what you think will work best for you as a student or parent when supporting one’s mental health and wellness during the school break. The main priority is to ensure that you feel rested and ready for when school rolls back around, so NAMI has crafted various possibilities for you to look through and find what interests you to try☀️🐚

School Break Resources: https://www.nami.org/your-journey/kids-teens-and-young-adults/school-break-resources/

06/19/2025

Today, we honor Juneteenth. A powerful reminder of the resilience, strength, and enduring spirit of Black Americans.
On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, freedom finally reached the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas.

Juneteenth is not just a celebration of liberation,it’s a call to continue the work of equity, justice, healing, and unity.

As we reflect on this day, may we listen, learn, uplift, and act together.

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