Give to the Tender Heart Fund – You can make a difference!
Strong children are the foundation for our future. Yet one in five children will struggle with trauma, anxiety and other mental health issues that can challenge their healthy development. Therapy for young children, delivered through the natural act of play, has been shown to be effective in improving a child’s ability to cope with challenges and reduce destructive behaviors, leading to more success in school and social environments.
At The Heart Leaf Center, we believe in extending compassionate care to all families seeking mental health support for their children, regardless of their financial circumstances. We have succeeded in increasing access to mental health care through the use of insurance (Tricare and Medicaid). However, when insurance coverage is not available, many families still struggle to get the care they need for their children.
We’re proud to unveil the Tender Heart Fund, a dedicated initiative to provide direct support to those families who rely on self-pay options for their therapy sessions. Unlike traditional appeals for general operating funds, the Tender Heart Funds go directly to reducing the cost of mental health services for individuals accessing services through a sliding scale.
Here’s how it works:
Our goal is for families who exhibit financial need, pay no more than $10 for a session. This leaves us with a cost of roughly $1,900 per child to deliver a standard 20-session course of treatment, after factoring in all general donations and support we receive.
When assessing a self-pay client’s financial capacity, we determine an income based sliding scale. Through the Tender Heart Fund, we then supplement this amount, ensuring that clients receive the care they deserve without financial barriers. Our Executive Director will carefully oversee these allocations, ensuring that each dollar serves its purpose effectively.
Our goal to “go the distance” — We need $95,000 to support 50 families in 2025!
Join us in nurturing compassionate communities and empowering individuals on their journey to healing. With your help, we can ensure that no one faces mental health challenges alone. Together, let’s make hearts tender and our futures brighter through the Tender Heart Fund.
Any donation you can contribute to the Tender Heart fund will be greatly appreciated!