About NAMI Whatcom

Our mission is to provide hope and improve the quality of life for those who are affected by mental health conditions through support, education, and advocacy.

Our vision is a world where all people affected by mental health conditions know that they are not alone and live fulfilling lives.

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.

NAMI Whatcom is a local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. We are dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness by providing free support groups, classes, and education forums to the community. All our programs are free, and led by trained volunteers who either live with a mental health condition or have a loved one with a mental health condition. Our nonprofit operates with the support of our members, donations and grants.

NAMI Whatcom is fully inclusive of individuals and families of all backgrounds and cultures. Our affiliate collaborates with others to advocate for system change and public policies that best support recovery and resiliency for those living with mental illness. 

​View board meeting minutes and our annual report here.