Expanding Rural Mental Health Awareness, Access, & Suicide Prevention

Mental health challenges are often more pronounced in rural areas, where resources and support can be limited. The Red Door Fund for Mental Health is dedicated to changing this reality.

By increasing access to mental health resources, fostering understanding, and reducing stigma, the fund empowers individuals and families to navigate their mental health journey with dignity and hope. Through awareness campaigns and community investments, Red Door is building a region where everyone feels supported, accepted, and unashamed.

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Red Door Day for Rural Mental Health Awareness

Join us on February 12, 2025, for Red Door Day, a community-driven event dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and suicide prevention in rural Central Texas. Through simple acts like decorating your door red or wearing red, you can show your support and help create a safer, more compassionate community. Together, let’s break the stigma and stand for mental health awareness.

2024 RDF Grantees

  • Schulenburg ISD Group Therapy Sessions 
  • Turtle Wing Foundation Counseling Scholarships 
  • Weimar Junior High Group Therapy Sessions 
  • RecoveryWerks. Alternative peer group recovery program.
  • Fayette County Sheriff’s Office-. Crisis intervention training.
  • Parents As Teachers of Rural South Central Texas. Therapy coverage for families and employees.
  • Lions Legacy Athletic Academy. Lion’s pride athlete support network.
  • The Vine School. Everyday speech curriculum.
  • Camp Haven Sanctuary. Wifi for residents.

Funding Priorities

Does Your Organization Support Accessible, Navigable, and Stigma-Free Mental Health Resources in Rural Communities?

The RDF supports programs that expand access to mental health services, including innovative therapies, peer support groups, and community-based resources. We also fund initiatives that raise awareness and provide education about mental health, empowering individuals and families to seek help and build resilience.

Increasing Access to Services and Providers

Support for programs that increase the availability of mental health providers, including traditional and creative therapies. Initiatives that expand the number and type of peer support groups (e.g., for parents, individuals dealing with substance abuse, ADHD, trauma).

Awareness and Education

Programs aimed at increasing awareness and education about mental health issues within the community.

Affordability and Accessibility

Projects that make mental health services more affordable and easier to access. Efforts to improve the ease of finding and navigating mental health resources through physical documents, people, or digital platforms.

Community Culture and Support

Initiatives to reduce the stigma associated with mental health and build community resilience. Programs that encourage and support intentional connections and person-to-person relationships in various community settings (e.g., home, work, school, church).

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Eligibility

To qualify for funding, you must fall into one of these categories:

  • Organizations must be tax-exempt under IRS Section 501(c)(3), and in good standing in the state in which they are incorporated
  • Collaboratives, coalitions, and partnerships with at least one member organized as a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit and acting as the applicant

Rural Service Area

Must be based in or serving clients/offering services/programs in at least one of the four counties.

Fayette | Colorado | Austin | Washington | Lee Bastrop | Caldwell | Gonzales | Lavaca | Burleson | Waller| Fort Bend | Wharton | Jackson | Victoria | DeWitt | Guadalupe | Hays | Williamson

The Red Door: The Original Story

By Cheryl Pekar

My five-year-old daughter loves to draw and color. Last year, she drew a lovely picture with a blue sky, green grass, a tall tree, and… a random red door. She always cherishes her masterpieces and loves to make other random people feel loved by giving her treasures away. She decided to give this special piece of artwork to her aunt who she loves dearly. The interesting part about it though was that her aunt with whom she shared the picture, recently lost her husband, my brother, due to suicide. After a particularly hard day, she told me that the picture meant so much to her, especially the red door, which she interpreted as the “doorway to heaven.” That struck me, and as I walked away I immediately googled: “what does a red door mean?” I began to read about the different things that a red door symbolizes depending upon the culture. It is fascinating that it always means something friendly, desirable, and positive.

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Your Donation Can Transform Mental Health Support in Rural Central Texas

Your donation to The Red Door Fund will help support local community members struggling with mental health challenges, their families, and mental healthcare providers.

Ready to Expand Mental Health Awareness & Access in Rural Texas?

Take action today to improve mental health awareness and access in our community—reach out or donate now to make a difference.