MANKATO, MN – Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota recently received a $4,000 grant from the Mankato Clinic Foundation to be used for its Counseling program, aimed at providing much-needed mental health services to community members in need.
"We are profoundly grateful to the Mankato Clinic Foundation for recognizing the value and importance of our Counseling program. This grant will enable us to further our mission and provide essential counseling services to those in the Mankato area who might otherwise not have access," said John Meyers, Catholic Charities' Interim Executive Director.
Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota has been at the forefront of offering compassionate social services to individuals and families across the region, grounded in the belief that every person has inherent dignity and the right to live a fulfilling life. The Counseling Program's mission revolves around helping those in crisis, empowering them with resources and tools, and fostering an environment where they can thrive. This grant will help cover the cost of counseling for clients who might otherwise not be able to afford it.
The Mankato Clinic Foundation provides grants once a quarter to organizations and initiatives that promote and improve community health and wellness in the communities the clinic serves. The Mankato Clinic Foundation is proud to support these organizations.
The physicians at the Mankato Clinic provide the majority of the Foundation funding as a means to give back to the community by providing support to organizations which strive to improve health and wellness. Grants are awarded on a quarterly basis and are considered only through the application process. Applications are available at www.mankatoclinic.com/mankato-clinic-foundation.
The mission of the Mankato Clinic Foundation is to encourage and support the health and well-being of our community through initiatives that promote and improve community wellness. Annual initiatives made possible by the Mankato Clinic Foundation include community grants, scholarships for students pursuing careers in health, Mankato Youth (MY) Place, First Steps to promote healthy pregnancies and babies, and ImPACT concussion management for youth athletes.