A National Movement Built on Urgency, Experience, and Science
A National Movement Built on Urgency, Experience, and Science
The Veterans Mental Health Leadership Coalition (VMHLC) is more than an organization—it is a community bound by service, sacrifice, and a shared mission. Whether you are a Veteran, family member, professional, or organizational partner, your voice matters here. Together, we are stronger. Together, we will end the epidemic of Veteran suicide.
When you join VMHLC, you can choose the path that best reflects how you serve and support our mission:
For Veterans and their immediate family members who wish to join the coalition directly.
VMHLC is a 501(c)(19) Veteran-member nonprofit organization. Joining VMHLC means stepping into a movement led by those who have lived it—Veterans, family members, and professionals who survived the battle and now fight for the right to heal.
For nonprofits, research institutions, Veteran Service Organizations, and mission-driven companies working toward the same goals.
For allied professionals, clinicians, researchers, or community leaders who actively advance Veteran mental health and policy reform.
As a member, you are part of a national movement to transform the future of mental health care. Membership provides opportunities to:
A 501(c)(19) is a federally recognized tax-exempt status created specifically for Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs). To qualify, at least 75% of members must be U.S. Veterans, and the remainder must be family members, surviving spouses, or supporters of Veterans. This structure ensures that Veterans lead and govern the organization, with allies serving in supporting roles.
Whether you’re a Veteran, clinician, policymaker, or ally—there’s a role for you here.
Connect with fellow advocates and drive change.
Fuel the mission. Fund access, advocacy, and hope.
Volunteer, attend events, or share your story.
Veteran die by suicide and drug
overdoses every day.
Veteran are 1.5x more likely to die
by overdose than civilians.
Over 200,000 Veteran have died from suicide and overdose
since 9/11.
leave the country they served for overseas psychedelic therapy because the system won’t support them.
“This isn’t just a crisis. It’s a moral failing. And we’re done waiting.”
VMHLC is powered by a national coalition of Veteran-led organizations, clinicians, researchers, advocates, and families—united in one mission: to end the suicide crisis and revolutionize mental health care.
“We are Veterans still in service—fighting for the right to heal.”