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DONATE NOW TO SUPPORT HEADSUPGUYS AND PREVENT SUICIDE

“I read your article on managing suicidal thoughts. Thank you, I’m pretty sure it saved my life.” – Website Visitor

HEADSUPGUYS IS FUNDED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH DONATIONS

Men’s mental health is in a long overlooked state of crisis, with statistics showing that men account for 75%-80% of suicide deaths.1 In many countries, suicide ranks as one of the leading causes of death for men under 50 years old.2

One contributing factor is that many men struggle with reaching out for help for their mental health, influenced by unfamiliarity of symptoms, fear of ‘looking weak’ by reaching out, or simply not knowing that recovery is possible.3

HEADSUPGUYS IS THE RESOURCE MEN NEED

HeadsUpGuys is the world’s leading men’s mental health resource. Our testimonials consistently illustrate the tangible differences we are making, offering hope and saving lives.

Since launching in 2015, HeadsUpGuys continues to have a tremendous impact engaging men the world over.

5,000,000
WEBSITE VISITS
500,000
DEPRESSION CHECK SUBMISSIONS
30,000,000
PEOPLE REACHED

HeadsUpGuys prides itself on maintaining low costs, and running a lean and well-oiled machine. 100% of donations go directly toward funding our program.

READY TO SUPPORT OUR CAUSE?

UBC HeadsUpGuys Donate Page

Donations to our resource qualify for a tax credit, as HeadsUpGuys is a program of The University of British Columbia (UBC), a registered charitable organization.

  • Click on the “MAKE DONATION” button below to open our UBC HeadsUpGuys Donation Form (which will look like the sample image here). 
  • This form will automatically fill in the “Direct my Gift to” field, ensuring that your donation will go directly to our Program account “HeadsUpGuys G1745”.
  • Donors from any country can use this page and be issued either a Canadian tax receipt or letter of acknowledgement, as appropriate, for the gift.

Your support enables us to extend the reach of HeadsUpGuys, positively impacting not only the men in your life but also men across the globe. By equipping them with the skills and tools to improve their mental health and reduce their risk of suicide, together we can make a meaningful difference in their lives.

Honouring the memory of a friend of loved one? Pay tribute to the enduring legacy of friends and loved ones through In Memoriam donations.

AMPLIFY YOUR DONATIONS

Workplace Matching, Giving, or Fundraising

  • Consider maximizing your impact by checking if your workplace matches donations, offers employee donation funds, or hosts workplace fundraising events.

Monthly Giving

  • Choose the ‘Monthly Donation’ option during your contribution process to ensure sustained support and greater impact over time.

Start a Fundraiser

  • HeadsUpGuys has been supported by a variety of creative and inspiring fundraising initiatives, from walks, runs, motorcycle rides, golf tournaments, memorial hockey games, to silent auctions.
  • Get more information on how to set up a fundraiser and raise awareness of men’s mental health.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How is HeadsUpGuys Currently Funded?

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HeadsUpGuys relies solely on donations from our donor community for funding. We do not receive funding from federal or provincial/state governments.

 

Although we are a program of The University of British Columbia (UBC), HeadsUpGuys does not directly receive funding from UBC. However, we benefit from essential support such as office space, financial administration, and human resource management.

Where Do Donations Go?

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100% of your contributions go toward sustaining our team, updating and expanding our website, ongoing awareness efforts, as well as creating promotional campaigns and materials.

 

(Unlike other non-profit organizations, as a program of UBC, we do not have expenses related to office space, financial administration, and human resource management).

 

If you are considering a larger donation, please visit Our Become a Partner page for more information.

How Do I Donate via Cheque?

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Please make cheques payable to “UBC HeadsUpGuys”.  

 

Please note that the name must include both “UBC” and “HeadsUpGuys” for our UBC Development and Alumni Engagement team to process your donation. 

Mail cheques to:

  • Dr. John Ogrodniczuk
    HeadsUpGuys
    David Strangway Building
    420 – 5950 University Blvd
    Vancouver, BC, Canada V6T 1Z3

TO RECEIVE TAX RECEIPTS FOR DONATION VIA CHEQUE

For Canadian Residents

  • Please include a brief note indicating that you would like a tax receipt for your donation to UBC HeadsUpGuys, along with your mailing address. 

For Non-Canadian Residents

  • UBC has international charitable foundations in the United States, the United Kingdom and Hong Kong.
  • Donors from these locations who would like to receive a US, UK, or Hong Kong letter of acknowledgement need to donate by cheque or EFT using the contact form and info on the respective Foundations’ website, referencing our Program account “UBC HeadsUpGuys Program G1745”.

Please email us at [email protected] to let us know a cheque is on the way or if you have any questions.

Organizational Partnerships

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If you or an organization you are associated with are interested in partnering with or sponsoring HeadsUpGuys, please see Become a Partner page for ways to get and email us at [email protected], or call Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, the Founder of HeadsUpGuys, directly at 604-822-8034.

References

  1. Public Health Agency of Canada. (2020). Suicide in Canada: Key Statistics (infographic) – Canada.ca. Government of Canada. https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/healthy-living/suicide-canada-key-statistics-infographic.html
  2. Mental Health Foundation. (2021). Men and mental health. https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/a-z-topics/men-and-mental-health
  3. Center for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022). Changes in Suicide Rates — United States, 2019 and 2020. https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/71/wr/mm7108a5.htm?s_cid=mm7108a5_w 

 

We’re happy to answer any questions about our work or donations at [email protected].

For other ways to help support HeadsUpGuys, see how to get involved.

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