In a recent article for Grantmakers in Health, Rick Ybarra, senior program officer at the Hogg Foundation, explores how philanthropy can contribute to supporting and building a stronger, more robust, and durable nonprofit sector.
Philanthropy has forever espoused the term “sustainability.” We ask in grant applications and in our conversations with grant partners: “What’s your sustainability plan?” and “How do you plan to sustain your program once the grant ends?” Read more…
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Navigating the behavioral health system in Texas can be daunting for even the most informed advocates and policymakers. This one-of-a-kind guide is a powerful educational and advocacy tool.
Reducing the Use of Seclusion and Restraint
There is No Such Thing as a “Safe Restraint” “There is no such thing as a ‘safe' restraint,” says Aaryce Hayes, senior vice president of operations for The Mandt System®, which trains organizations in humane techniques for intervening in emergency situations. In this...
A Challenge to the Incoming Administration: Let’s Make Mental Health and Behavioral Health Great!
The election is over. We have a new President-Elect. A new Cabinet is being assembled; presidential appointees are being considered. President-Elect Trump's key message through out his campaign was to "Make America Great Again!" As the incoming administration...
A Challenge To The Incoming Administration: Let’s Make Mental Health and Behavioral Health Great!
The election is over. We have a new President-Elect. A new Cabinet is being assembled; presidential appointees are being considered. President-Elect Trump's key message through out his campaign was to "Make America Great Again!" As the incoming administration...
A Challenge To The Incoming Administration: Let’s Make Mental Health and Behavioral Health Great!
The election is over. We have a new President-Elect. A new Cabinet is being assembled; presidential appointees are being considered. President-Elect Trump's key message through out his campaign was to "Make America Great Again!" As the incoming administration...