If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call or text 988
If you need help or support, call or text CHADS’ Family Support Warm Line
(weekdays 9AM-5:30PM)
314.952.8274
CHADS’ mission is to save young lives by advancing the awareness and prevention of depression and suicide.
Thank You for Making Our Disney Trivia Night a Huge Success! An Open Letter from CHADS’ Chief Development Officer, Melissa Brickey
Dear CHADS Family,
I’m still feeling the magic from Friday night—and I hope you are too.
Thanks to your incredible support, our Disney-themed Trivia Night brought in an amazing $69,889 to support youth mental health. We had more than 550 people join us on this magical evening, and whether you were dressed as a villain, princess, or just came ready to play, you helped make it one of the most heartwarming and successful nights we’ve ever had.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
Every dollar raised, every bid, every cheer, and every moment of joy shared in that room helps us shine a brighter light on the path forward for young people struggling with depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide. You are part of that story. You are helping us illuminate the future.
To our volunteers, sponsors, donors, staff, board members, and trivia fans—you’re the real heroes in this tale. Your belief in our mission and your willingness to show up for the kids in our community mean more than I can put into words.
As Walt Disney said, “It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.” And thanks to you, we’re doing just that—together.
With deepest gratitude,
Melissa Brickey
Chief Development Officer
CHADS Coalition for Mental Health
Thank you to our sponsors
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“It means so much to me as a mom who has lost their teenage son to suicide to be able to shine a spotlight on mental health. Our kids have to have the courage to say I need help.
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