Join Erika's Lighthouse

Change the Narrative, Change the World

By joining Erika’s Lighthouse, you can change the narrative around mental health to change the world. You are joining a community determined to Get Depression Out of the Dark. We believe in creating a more open, equitable and inclusive world around mental health. We can do this through our school communities by promoting inclusive school cultures that have positive impacts on educators, students and their families. Schools are the heart of our communities and by providing free programs and resources we can make begin changing the narrative around mental health, stigma, depression, and suicide. Join us.

Donating

By making a financial donation, you can advance our mission and help us meet our Vision 2025 strategic plan. Erika’s Lighthouse is impacting children for less than $2/student. Our efficiency and effectiveness is truly astounding. We have multiple ways that you can make a difference:
Donate Online Now | Donate by: Check | DAF | Stock | Crypto | IRA | Estate Gifts

Fundraising

Anyone can make an impact on our mission. From students to corporate executives, everyday people are changing the world through Erika’s Lighthouse. Hosting a bake sale, running a marathon, sponsoring an Empowerment Club or golfing with friends – there are so many ways to join our movement of empathy and understanding.

• Shine A Light by doing whatever you love, whenever you want.
• Team Resilience connects passionate athletes for a Marathon, 5k or bike ride. Fill out our Interest Form to learn more!
• The Student Fundraising Center is an area for K to college students to make an impact.
• Facebook Fundraisers are a great way to reach out to friends and family.
• Light A Beacon to memorialize a loved one lost to depression or suicide.

Volunteering

Local communities are changed by local people. We know that firsthand as an organization built in Chicago’s North Shore. We want to empower other passionate individuals to to do the same in their communities. Educators, school professionals, families, clinicians and everyday people are the heart of what drives our work and makes transformational change. We have a few ways you can help get your local community involved:
Ad-Hoc Opportunities | Community Ambassadors: Anyone | School Professionals | Clinicians

Whatever the contribution to our mission, you are helping change the world. Thank you.

Shop Erika's Lighthouse Apparel

Support Erika's Lighthouse by shopping for Erika's Lighthouse-themed apparel on Threadless or Cloztalk. Featuring sweatshirts, hats, t-shirts, tank tops, polos, and more, a portion of all sales will go to Erika's Lighthouse.

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