Why We Started NRNS
Founded by community members who refused to let financial barriers stand between people and the mental health care they need.
A Community That Refused to Look Away
In 2022, a group of invested community members in the western suburbs of Chicago saw something they couldn't ignore: people in their neighborhoods were losing access to mental health care — not because treatment wasn't working, but because they simply couldn't afford it.
Co-pays piling up. Deductibles too high to meet. Insurance gaps that left people choosing between therapy and groceries. The result? People dropped out of care right when they needed it most.
The No Retreat No Surrender Foundation was born from a simple belief: no one should have to give up on their mental health because of money.
"To provide financial assistance for mental health care, ensuring clients can continue accessing quality support regardless of their financial situation."
Three Ways We Help
Financial Assistance
We cover co-pays and deductibles, paying clinicians directly so the financial barrier is removed immediately. No paperwork for the client, no delay in care.
Professional Funding
We invest in expanding provider capacity by funding therapeutic group sessions, enabling clinicians to serve more people at lower cost.
Educational Speakers
We bring nationally recognized speakers to schools and community organizations — at no cost to attendees — to educate on mental health topics.
Community Healing, Together
We fund specialized therapeutic group sessions that provide professional support in a community setting — making quality care accessible to more people at a lower cost.
Women in Transition
A group for women navigating major life changes — divorce, career shifts, loss, or identity evolution — with professional therapeutic guidance.
Young Women Post-College
Supporting young women through the unique challenges of post-college life: career uncertainty, relationship changes, and building an identity beyond school.
Help Us Reach More People
Every donation directly funds mental health care for someone in our community.
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