Act for Mental Health
To empower and rehabilitate those who are socially, mentally, economically &/orsituationally disadvantaged. We fulfill our mission by removing obstacles to emotional well being and by restoring & enhancing …
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ACT for Mental Health is a non-profit organization providing mental health services through individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy. Court approved psychoeducational classes available for Anger Management, Parenting, Co-Parenting.
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Mission
To empower and rehabilitate those who are socially, mentally, economically &/orsituationally disadvantaged. We fulfill our mission by removing obstacles to emotional well being and by restoring & enhancing strengths through acceptance in a safe, stable, and professional guided environment which provides for and supports the resolution of personal, emotional, and situational life problems.
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· vs. 8 similar health in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Act for Mental Health has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 82% of comparable organizations. See the sources
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- Its integrity score of 76 places it in the top 25% of the 98,862 health charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAct for Mental Health is a registered health nonprofit based in San Jose, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1988 and has been operating for 38 years. Its EIN is 770227659. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 76/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $1M in annual revenue. 33 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Act for Mental Health's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 770227659. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Act for Mental Health has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 87% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United States is 90/100.
Act for Mental Health is located in San Jose, CA, United States. The organization was established in 1988 and has been active for 38 years.
Based on official tax filings, Act for Mental Health has $1M in annual revenue. It allocates 87% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 81% for health charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $41M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Act for Mental Health is classified as a Health organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $1M in annual revenue. The organization has 33 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Act for Mental Health. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Act for Mental Health holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 87% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 81%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
ACT for Mental Health is a non-profit organization providing mental health services through individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy. Court approved psychoeducational classes available for Anger Management, Parenting, Co-Parenting. Act for Mental Health is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1988.
Among health charities registered in United States: It allocates 87% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 81%. Its annual revenue of $1M is below the peer average of $41M.
Yes, donations to Act for Mental Health are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Act for Mental Health is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 770227659, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
ACT FOR MENTAL HEALTH is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (10)
Source: Public filings
10 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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9 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Men's mental health inquiry finds ACT Government ‘failed to prioritise’ suicide prevention plan - Region Canberra
HALT Act requirements for mental health support in jails continues to overwhelm resources - WPTZ
THRIVE Act Seeks Expanded Mental Health Support for Youth Survivors of Gun Violence - Davis Vanguard
Mental Health Awareness - ideas.org.au
Colorado lawmakers can pass ‘Alyssa’s Act’ to help coaches and parents monitor mental health (Opinion) - The Denver Post
ICCL writes to Seanad re: Mental Health Bill (2024) Committee Stage Debate - Irish Council for Civil Liberties
Patient says 'traumatising' hospital care deepened her mental health crisis - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
A Look at State Efforts to Ban Cellphones in Schools and Implications for Youth Mental Health - KFF
Brandon Act expedites mental health care referrals for Airmen, Guardians - af.mil
Activity timeline
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 33 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 33 officers on file
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1988
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Act for Mental Health
- What is Act for Mental Health?
- Act for Mental Health is a health publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in San Jose, United States. ACT for Mental Health is a non-profit organization providing mental health services through individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy. Court approved psychoeducational classes available for Anger Management, Parenting, Co-Parenting.
- When was Act for Mental Health founded?
- Act for Mental Health was founded in 1988.
- Who leads Act for Mental Health?
- Ann Chambers serves as Chairperson.
- Where is Act for Mental Health located?
- Headquartered in San Jose, CA, United States.
- What is Act for Mental Health's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 87% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Act for Mental Health trustworthy?
- Act for Mental Health has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Act for Mental Health's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 770227659.
- What is Act for Mental Health's website?
- http://www.actmentalhealth.org