What is the purpose of the Black Union nonprofit?
On average, one in five adults experiences mental health challenges, yet only half receive the assistance they require.
Can't
afford therapy
60% cite cost as barrier
Lack
of resources
6-month wait times in many areas
Fear
of stigma
75% suffer in silence first
Get Help Now
We provide referrals and collaborate with inexpensive mental health services specifically for Black adults in the Los Angeles area. Reach out today to start your journey toward healing.
Please consider a contribution to our Mental Health Film Fund. Your donation will enable our team to create impactful cinematic projects that inspire awareness, foster understanding, and spark meaningful conversations about mental health.
Mental health support groups for young adults.
Local Resources
BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective)
Offering peer support training and wellness tools specifically designed for Black communities in LA.
Open Paths Counseling Center
Low-cost, sliding-scale therapy focused on providing accessible care for people of color in Los Angeles.
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation
Providing mental health resources and support programs to eradicate stigma in the Black community.
Outreach focuses on building strong connections, raising awareness, and encouraging community participation. Funding goals revolve around securing investors, donors, or grants to support sustainable growth and ensure projects are carried out successfully.
82%
Direct Services
Therapy sessions: 50%
Support groups: 20%
Crisis intervention: 12%
8%
Operations
Staff, technology, admin
10%
Outreach & Education
School workshops,
awareness campaigns
