Nami National

“NAMI is a member organization. NAMI membership takes three forms: (1) individual members, who belong to local affiliates and whose enrollment determines their respective affiliate's voting power, (2) affiliates, the local NAMI presence and major voting unit within the organization, and (3) state organizations, which each have a vote and serve to support and coordinate the affiliates within their respective states. The affiliates and state organizations vote to elect the NAMI national board of directors and to amend the NAMI bylaws.”

“The annual meeting of the members of NAMI shall be held in the summer unless otherwise directed by the Board of Directors, on such dates and at such place as the Board of Directors shall designate. Voting members representing 20% of the voting power of the membership shall constitute a quorum at any meeting of the members. Voting members shall designate delegates to vote at the annual meeting. Voting members may be represented by written proxy. The delegates shall act by majority vote at any meeting of the voting members at which a quorum is present, except as may be specifically provided to the contrary elsewhere in the Bylaws. Voting may be conducted by absentee ballot, or onsite. All affiliates and state organizations in good standing are eligible to vote. Those delegates whose affiliate or state organization is in good standing but who did not meet the credentialing deadlines may seek to vote on site. Every effort will be made to make this possible, assuming verification of the individual's role and identity can be confirmed.”

“Revisions or amendments may be proposed by any voting member, or by any Director. Any such proposed amendments shall be submitted in writing by United States Postal Service, either by registered mail, certified mail, Express Mail or Priority Mail, or any other USPS service offering Return Receipts or Signature Confirmation to a Bylaws Committee not less than ninety (90) days prior to the date of the next annual meeting. Each voting member shall receive all proposed revisions or amendments to the Bylaws not less than thirty (30) days prior to the next annual meeting. A two-thirds majority of the voting power of the membership voting shall be required to amend the Bylaws.”

“The entire board receives a copy of the return and meets to review, discuss and approve the return for filing.”

“Any employee of NAMI who believes they may have a conflict of interest must indicate those conflicts in writing and send them to the Chief Financial Officer's confidential attention for resolution. The NAMI board monitors potential conflicts of interest by requiring an annual disclosure statement from each member which must be reviewed and updated quarterly, based on updated vendor and donor information, prior to each board meeting. Board members discuss their disclosures quarterly and determine what recusal or other action may be appropriate and under what circumstances. This process is codified in the board's operating policies and procedures manual.”

“The salary for the Chief Executive Officer is determined and approved by the Board of Directors. Salary decisions for all employees are made using comparability data for similar positions in comparable organizations.”

“NAMI makes its Form 1023 available upon request. NAMI makes available a public disclosure copy of its Federal Form 990 on its website and upon request.”

“NAMI makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, strategic plan and audited financial statements available for view online.”

“Our Vision: NAMI envisions a world where all people affected by mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares. Our Mission: NAMI provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives. Our Values: HOPE We believe in the possibility of recovery, wellness and the potential in all of us. INCLUSION We embrace diverse backgrounds, cultures and perspectives. EMPOWERMENT We promote confidence, self-efficacy and service to our mission. COMPASSION We practice respect, kindness and empathy. FAIRNESS We fight for equity and justice. DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION The drive to end mental health disparities begins with NAMI's unwavering commitment to social justice. NAMI is committed to breaking down the systemic barriers that keep millions from receiving the care, understanding and support they deserve. In 2020, this fight reached new levels as we spoke out against all forms of discrimination and affirmed our resolve to make diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) an integral part of everything we do. SEEING RACISM AS A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS In the wake of George Floyd's death, NAMI issued a statement on the searing mental health impact of racially motivated violence. NAMI's National Board of Directors adopted a resolution condemning all acts of prejudice, stating that all people deserve equitable health outcomes and full inclusion. In an editorial for STAT, a health care publication, CEO Dan Gillison affirmed NAMI's fight to end discrimination that puts people with mental illness behind bars, emphasizing justice for people of color. NAMI also publicly condemned the tragic deaths of Daniel Prude in Rochester, N.Y., and Walter Wallace, Jr., in Philadelphia, leading the call for alternatives to law enforcement first response that will save lives during a mental health crisis. INGRAINING DEI (DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION) INTO OUR DNA NAMI embedded our commitment to achieving equal opportunity in employment, participation and advancement into "Who We Are," a philosophy that drives all levels of our organization. By investing in and cultivating an inclusive environment that embraces, encourages and supports the diversity of our employees, leadership and staff, we better reflect - and respect - the communities that we are committed to serve. WIDER ACCESS TO OUR WEBSITE CONTENT A new accessibility tool helped make NAMI's website more user-friendly and inclusive. The tool enables users to enlarge screen displays, translate text from English to other languages and hear content read aloud. RESPONDING TO COVID-19 EVOKING NEW, MORE INCLUSIVE CONVERSATIONS ON MENTAL HEALTH By turning our quarterly Ask the Expert webinars into monthly events, NAMI found new opportunities to engage people who have long been overlooked by the mental health system. Webinar hosts held discussions on the unfair burden COVID-19 placed on underserved communities, the need for greater cultural competence in mental health care and much more. We developed new content for our identity and culture pages on NAMI.org addressing the intersection between culture, identity and mental health, identifying the current barriers to effective care and showing where people can turn to for help. Facts, perspectives and tools are offered for people who identify as Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQI, Asian American/Pacific Islander or Indigenous, as well as people living with disabilities.”

“AWARENESS AND COMMUNITY In a time of isolation, uncertainty and tragedy, NAMI widened its outreach to serve millions more people in need. As a trusted grassroots mental health organization, NAMI met the nation's need for reliable information and practical solutions. We issued guidance, public statements and resources throughout the year, responding to record levels of interest from individuals, families and the media. 30,700 media articles nationwide 14,000 articles on COVID-19 510% more articles mentioning NAMI's HelpLine 1,000+ article links drove 24,000 visitors to NAMI.org DR. KEN APPEARS ON CNN, BBC WORLD NEWS As the pandemic captured global attention, NAMI Chief Medical Officer Ken Duckworth, M.D., appeared on the BBC's London evening newscast, offering suggestions for coping with social isolation. In April, CNN's "Chris Cuomo Prime Time Show" welcomed Dr. Ken to a two-hour special on COVID-19. He returned to the show to explore mental health and substance use risks created by lockdown. WIDER COVERAGE ON MORE NEWS OUTLETS NAMI reached new audiences through stories in Agence France-Presse, Bloomberg Businessweek, the Center for Public Integrity, CNN's "Vive la Salud," National Geographic, Newsweek, Telemundo: PULSO NEWS, Today.com, Univision Radio's "Buenos Dias America," Vogue and the Wall Street Journal. REFRESH OF OUR NATIONAL WEBSITE We introduced a new look and feel for NAMI.org, making information easier to find. The site helps users on their journey for support and delivers updated mental health facts and figures, policy statements, and updated content on our identity and culture web section. THE ADVOCATE GOES DIGITAL NAMI's flagship magazine debuted on both desktop and mobile-friendly platforms with a responsive format that lets readers browse past issues. "STRENGTH OVER SILENCE" VIDEOS FEATURE NEW VOICES New installments in our ongoing series highlighted the mental health stories of Yulanda Ming Blackson, a NAMI In Our Own Voice presenter from Maryland; Rosemary Ketchum, the first-ever politically-elected trans woman in West Virginia; and Pooja Mehta, a rising leader in the Asian American/Pacific Islander mental health community. SOCIAL MEDIA ENGAGEMENT SOARS NAMI gained followers on all platforms, with a 10% surge in engagement over 2019. 117 MILLION impressions 6 MILLION engagements 1.1 MILLION click-throughs (+40%) 174,000 NEW FOLLOWERS (+24%) NAMI BLOG LEADS AGAIN For the second year, the NAMI Blog was recognized as a leading depression blog by Healthline Magazine. 4.5 MILLION PAGE VIEWS in our blog archive (+13%) 278,000 VIEWS IN JANUARY, our top month (+14%) RESPONDING TO COVID-19 "YOU ARE NOT ALONE" FOSTERS CONNECTION AND HOPE NAMI's refreshed "You Are Not Alone" campaign reflected the isolation often felt by people living with mental illness - a theme that resonated powerfully in 2020. Throughout the year, we emphasized the healing value of connecting in safe ways, prioritizing mental health and acknowledging that it's okay to feel not okay. NAMI's blogs, personal stories and digital toolkits fostered a strong sense of community and caring. The campaign led to a 300% increase in visits to NAMI.org during May's Mental Health Awareness Month. NAMI PARTNERSHIPS The generosity and creativity of our strategic partners made our progress possible. With the conversation on mental health reaching new dimensions, NAMI worked with new and existing partners to deliver the support, tools and insights that people urgently needed. GROUNDBREAKING COALITION CREATES UNIFIED VISION NAMI joined with the senior leaders of 14 partner organizations to create a shared vision for transforming mental health in the United States. Leaders agreed to focus their collective efforts on early intervention, better access to care and the creation of clear paths to recovery. This landmark coalition, dubbed the "CEO Huddle," is committed to working with state and local governments to improve mental health care infrastructure, increase resour”

“ADVOCACY NAMI fought for and won urgently needed mental health resources. Working together, NAMI staff and tens of thousands of advocates faced the mental health crisis that many called "the epidemic within the pandemic," calling for bold action to address the nation's needs while continuing to fight for long-term objectives. 988 CRISIS NUMBER BECOMES LAW NAMI led coalition efforts to establish a nationwide, three-digit number to help people in mental health crises - an important step in building a more robust response system while reducing the role of law enforcement. Congress passed the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act, creating a national calling code, 988, for mental health crises and suicide prevention, to be available by July 2022. LANDMARK WIN FOR VETERANS Congress passed the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act, which supports evidence-based suicide prevention programs, expanded telehealth, wider access to alternative therapies and more. Commander Hannon was a NAMI Montana advocate who shared his experiences with PTSD, traumatic brain injury and bipolar disorder to illuminate the struggles many veterans face. FEDERAL FUNDING FOR CRISIS SERVICES Lawmakers approved a first-ever increase in the federal community mental health block grant that sets aside funding specifically for crisis services. This provides seed money for states to develop and expand crisis response services such as mobile crisis teams. IMPROVING CARE FOR JUSTICE-INVOLVED PEOPLE WITH MENTAL ILLNESS Congress passed bipartisan legislation to authorize new Department of Justice grants that will improve crisis stabilization services, provide better access to mental health care in jails and prisons, and offer continuity of care for former inmates as they return to the community. WIDER ACCESS TO INPATIENT CARE NAMI encouraged state waiver proposals to allow for Medicaid payment of inpatient care at certain facilities known as IMDs. This year, four more states successfully submitted IMD waivers to expand access to inpatient care. NEW REPORTS HIGHLIGHT ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES NAMI released in-depth reports, outlining ways to strengthen mental health care, keep people with mental illness out of the justice system, and the need to preserve the Affordable Care Act. A review of state-level wins in mental health legislation highlighted both progress and future opportunities. RESPONDING TO COVID-19 BILLIONS IN EXPANDED FUNDING FOR MENTAL HEALTH NAMI fought for COVID-19 relief provisions that came before Congress, securing more resources to meet the surge in demand for mental health care, suicide prevention, housing assistance, telehealth and more. Our advocacy efforts resulted in $4.25 billion in expanded funding for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), including an additional $1.65 billion for the mental health block grant - more than double the annual block grant budget for 2021. VOTE4MENTALHEALTH.ORG Advocates prove that every #Vote4MentalHealth matters. NAMI relaunched its #Vote4MentalHealth campaign, which included a new website filled with tools and resources for advocates seeking to exercise their right to vote. With tips for engaging candidates and resources for finding key election dates by state, the site also invited people to take the #Vote4MentalHealth pledge. NAMI received thousands of pledges as advocates shared what #Vote4MentalHealth meant to them and encouraged others to join the movement. NAMI recognized a group of #Vote4MentalHealth All-Stars - NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates across the country who went above and beyond to get out the vote, highlighting the power of the ballot box in working for meaningful change. "We wanted to get the power of voting into the hands of as many people as possible," said Nikki Dawson of NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania. "Using our local HelpLine to field voter assistance requests, we were able to help people register, find a polling loca”

“EDUCATION AND SUPPORT When COVID-19 made virtual gatherings and education a must, we responded. Moving rapidly to deliver online courses, support groups and national meetings, NAMI reached more individuals and families than ever before. Our evidence-based programs became stronger and more relevant as we refreshed content and improved access. WELCOMING 12,500+ ATTENDEES TO NAMICON ONLINE We turned our annual convention into a virtual event that drew thousands from across the U.S. and the globe. Meeting online made it possible to share key mental health resources, research updates and programming with more individuals, families, friends, allies and advocates ever - at a time when people needed it most. TOP AWARDS FOR NAMI BASICS ON DEMAND The Brandon Hall Group, a leader in health care management research and analysis, recognized the online version of NAMI's signature education program with a Gold Award for best advance in competencies and skill development, a Silver Award for best advance in learning technology implementation, and Bronze Awards for best use of blended learning and social collaborative learning. CORE PROGRAM UPDATED TO BETTER SERVE FAMILIES In early 2020, we rolled out a new curriculum for NAMI Family-to-Family, our flagship education program for caregivers and families. Drawing on input from thousands of teachers, trainers and past participants, we updated course content and structure to reach underserved groups. The revised course features simpler, more inclusive language and fresh new audiovisual content with animated videos. EMPOWERING LAW ENFORCEMENT WITH OUR STORIES NAMI released new blended training sessions for NAMI Sharing Your Story with Law Enforcement, a program that teaches NAMI volunteers how to participate in crisis intervention training sessions that help police officers work safely and effectively with people living with mental illness. More than 7,600 volunteers enrolled in the blended sessions, which combine online training and coaching with in-person instruction, conducted safely in selected locations. RESPONDING TO COVID-19 THE DRIVE TO REACH MORE PEOPLE ONLINE As NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates rapidly mobilized to offer classes, presentations and support groups in virtual environments, our national team created standards and support to make the transition easier. We helped leaders and teams across the Alliance to address concerns such as privacy and confidentiality, which virtual platform to choose and how to smoothly host online sessions. A new video series offered step-by-step technical guidance for meeting leaders, helping them deliver the best possible experience for online attendees. BUILDING OUR ALLIANCE The challenges of 2020 made NAMI even stronger. Facing unprecedented demands for support, resources and expertise, our NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates shared solutions and embraced new tools for planning, learning and leading. NAMI-CREATED BOARD TRAINING MOVES ONLINE New and existing members of our NAMI State Organization Boards benefited from virtual talks and resources on board roles and responsibilities, sustainable growth and more. These new tools reached more than 600 Board members across the country. NONPROFIT LEADERSHIP LAB LAUNCHES Leading nonprofit expert Joan Garry created a special edition of her educational and community-building lab exclusively for NAMI, helping state leaders across the country strengthen their fundraising skills, engage local board members and increase local membership. RESOURCES FOR MANAGING THROUGH THE PANDEMIC We doubled down on our efforts to support the operation of NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates. Local teams received tips to help them build virtual workplaces, secure funds through the federal Payroll Protection Plan loan program, and updates on national HelpLine operations. PBS "WELL BEINGS" LAUNCHES AT NAMICon 2020 We partnered with WETA, the flagship PBS station in the nation's capital, on this new campaign, a major publ”

“Subcontractors: Program service expenses 1,974,271. Management and general expenses 438,252. Fundraising expenses 374,642. Total expenses 2,787,165.”

“NAMI's Finance and Audit Committee assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit of its financial statements and selection of its independent accountant. This process is consistent with previous years.”