NAMI National (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is a 501(c)(3) public charity and the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, NAMI is dedicated to building better lives for millions of Americans affected by mental illness through education, support, advocacy, and community-based programs.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$77.2M
-1.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.4M
-25.1% YoY
Grant Count
85
-25.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$40K
+0.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
NAMI's mission is to improve the lives of persons and their families living with serious mental illness. The organization is dedicated to creating a world where all people affected by mental illness can experience hope, recovery, wellness, and freedom from stigma.
Primary program areas include:
- Public Awareness, Partnerships and Outreach: Community conversations and culturally responsive outreach to underserved populations
- Information, Support and Education: Community-based education and peer support programs, including support groups and educational courses
- Advocacy and Policy: Advancing access to services, treatment, supports, and research
Grantmaking
NAMI National provides grants to support mental health initiatives. Based on recent IRS filings:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
NAMI operates nationally with a network of state and local affiliates across the United States. Grant-making has focused on California, Florida, and Texas. The organization provides services both online and in communities across the country.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2023-2024):
- Total Assets: $77,198,727–$78,704,388
- Total Revenue: $38,156,209 (2023)
- Total Expenses: $39,283,406 (2023)
- Total Liabilities: $13,900,000 (2023)
- Employees: 208 (as of 2023)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $77,198,727 | $78,704,388 | $77,926,202 |
| Revenue | $35,264,809 | $38,156,209 | $64,607,717 |
| Expenses | $39,583,287 | $39,283,406 | $34,337,567 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $2,399,395 | $1,853,843 | $584,057 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include NAMI Greater Houston ($150,000), NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore ($105,000), NAMI Montgomery County MD ($103,750).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Association of Black Health-System Pharmacis Miramar, FL | General Support and Program Assistance | $15,000 |
| NAMI Alabama Montgomery, AL | General Support and Program Assistance | $12,000 |
| NAMI Alaska Anchorage, AK | General Support and Program Assistance | $8,250 |
| NAMI Berks County PA Reading, PA | General Support and Program Assistance | $50,000 |
| NAMI Blair County PA Altoona, PA | General Support and Program Assistance | $20,000 |
| NAMI Bucks County PA Warrinton, PA | General Support and Program Assistance | $22,500 |
| NAMI Central Suffolk Long Island NY Williston Park, NY | General Support and Program Assistance | $10,833 |
| NAMI Clackamas County Milwaukie, OR | General Support and Program Assistance | $70,000 |
| NAMI Colorado Englewood, CO | General Support and Program Assistance | $45,750 |
| NAMI Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO | General Support and Program Assistance | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Steven Leilich: Executive Director (joined October 2025)
- Riya Kothakota: President
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joyce Campbell | Pres. to 6/24; Imm Past Pres. from 7/24 | 25 | — |
| Cathryn Nacario | 1st VP to 6/24; Pres.from 7/24 | 25 | — |
| Joe Gatto | 2nd VP to 6/24; 1st VP from 7/24 | 25 | — |
| Jeff Fladen | Treasurer | 25 | — |
| Sheldon Jacobs | Secretary to 6/24; Dir.from 7/24 | 25 | — |
| Shirley Holloway | Imm Past Pres to 6/24; Pres Emerita from 7/24 | 25 | — |
| Amy Brinkley | Dir to 6/24; Secretary from 7/24 | 25 | — |
| Lauren Simmonds | Dir. to 6/24 | 15 | — |
| Pooja Meta | Dir. to 6/24; 2nd VP from 7/24 | 15 | — |
| Jeremiah Rainville | Director | 15 | — |
| Vanessa Fernandes | Dir. to 6/24 | 15 | — |
| Glenda Wrenn-Gordon | Director | 15 | — |
| Ray Lay | Director | 15 | — |
| Victoria Harris | Director | 15 | — |
| Devika Bhushan | Director | 15 | — |
| Laklieshia Izzard | Director | 15 | — |
| Dhanu Sannesy | Director | 15 | — |
| Sukhi Sahni | Director | 15 | — |
| Darien Wright | At-large Director | 15 | — |
| Ruth-Ann Huvane | At-large Director | 15 | — |
| Imaan Siddiqi | Next Gen ex officio non-voting | 15 | — |
| Davy Yue | Next Gen ex officio non-voting | 15 | — |
| Frank Mumford | Dir.to 01/24 | 15 | — |
| Babu Matthew | Director | 15 | — |
| Barbara Ricci | Director | 15 | — |
| Mary Kay Battaglia | Director | 15 | — |
| Daniel Gillison Jr | Chief Executive Officer | 37.5 | $568,383 |
| David Levy | Chief Financial Officer | 37.5 | $221,642 |
| Michael Wood | Chief Operating Officer (from 11/24) | 37.5 | $24,234 |
| Kenneth Duckworth | Chief Medical Officer | 37.5 | $242,493 |
| Christine Crawford | Associate Medical Officer | 37.5 | $213,990 |
| Lisa Lewis | Chief Human Resources Officer | 37.5 | $200,872 |
| Jessica Edwards | Chief Development Officer | 37.5 | $200,706 |
| Darcy Gruttadaro | Chief Innovation Officer | 37.5 | $195,423 |
Contact Information
- Headquarters: 4301 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22203-1867
- Main Phone: 703-524-7600
- Member Services: 888-999-6264
- HelpLine: 800-950-6264
- Website: nami.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does NAMI National fund?
NAMI's mission is to improve the lives of persons and their families living with serious mental illness. The organization is dedicated to creating a world where all people affected by mental illness can experience hope, recovery, wellness, and freedom from stigma. Primary program areas include: • **Public Awareness, Partnerships and Outreach**: Community conversations and culturally responsive outreach to underserved populations • **Information, Support and Education**: Community-based educatio…
How do I apply for a grant from NAMI National?
NAMI National provides grants to support mental health initiatives. Based on recent IRS filings: • **Total giving**: $4,101,092 (2024) • **Typical award range**: $5,300–$172,250 • **Primary focus areas**: Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services • **Geographic focus for grants**: Primarily California, Florida, and Texas Recent grant activity includes funding for behavioral health peer mentor programs and innovation grants to state and local NAMI affiliates.
Where does NAMI National make grants?
NAMI operates nationally with a network of state and local affiliates across the United States. Grant-making has focused on California, Florida, and Texas. The organization provides services both online and in communities across the country.
What size grants does NAMI National award?
In 2024, NAMI National awarded 85 grants totaling $3.4M — an average of about $40K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is NAMI National's EIN?
NAMI National's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 43-1201653. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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