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Megs Gift Inc
Penfield, NY · EIN 473049149 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE F60 · Mental Health & Crisis Intervention · Micro (<$100K) · megsgift.org
revenue
$62K
expenses
$55K
net assets
$62K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

The primary exempt purpose of the organization is to raise funds for mental health awareness through various special events. The proceeds from these events will then be distributed to local metal health awareness non-profits to provide them the resources needed to further our cause.

profile · synthesized from sources

Megs Gift Inc is a Rochester, NY-based nonprofit that raises funds for mental health awareness through special events and redistributes proceeds to local mental health organizations. Since 2015, the organization has donated over $500,000 to support programs addressing mental illness, suicide prevention, and community wellness. It partners annually with a primary beneficiary to expand access to care and reduce stigma.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Legacy of Love Event
Fundraising event supporting the organization's mission; mentioned in connection with the 2024 beneficiary announcement.
Primary Beneficiary Program
Annual initiative that selects and funds a local mental health organization, such as NAMI Rochester, Veterans Outreach Center, and Compeer Rochester, to expand access to care and reduce stigma.
activities · 2 groups

What they do

  • Mental Health Research and Services Funding 1 activity
    • Funding mental health and community wellness organizations
      Raises funds through special events and awards grants to local nonprofits supporting mental health and community wellness, including over $500,000 in total donations since 2015. Specific grants include $65,000 to NAMI Rochester, $35,000 to Compeer Rochester, $60,000 to St. Joseph's Neighborhood Center, and $50,000 to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
  • Mental Health Education and Awareness 1 activity
    • Providing educational resources and advocacy for mental health
      Partners with community organizations to deliver educational resources and advocacy efforts aimed at improving access to mental health care, including sponsorship of educational events on mental health intervention.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$62K
Contributions & grants$27K44%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$55K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$22K
balance sheet
Total assets$62K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$62K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -48.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 3
  • Kathleen Garbach — Trustee
  • Kristie Kunzer — Trustee
  • Maria Garbach-Blakey — Trustee
relationships · 16

Who they work with

  • American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Partner — Funded by MEG's Gift to support suicide prevention programs for youth and training for providers.
  • Bivona Partner — Selected as 2024 Primary Beneficiary; organization works to prevent child abuse.
  • Child Advocacy Center of Greater Rochester Partner — Received grant funding from MEG's Gift to support trauma-informed services for children.
  • Children's Institute Partner — Received $20,000 donation in 2023.
  • Children's Institute Partner — Received multiple grants from MEG's Gift to support child mental health programs.
  • Compeer Rochester Partner — Selected as 2025 Primary Beneficiary; received $35,000 to support friendship-based mental health programs.
  • Consortium on Trauma, Illness and Grief in Schools Partner — Named a primary beneficiary in 2017 to support school-based crisis response and trauma training.
  • East House Partner — Supported by MEG's Gift to serve individuals recovering from mental illness and substance use disorders.
  • NAMI Partner — Partnered with MEG's Gift to deliver youth mental health education programs in schools.
  • NAMI Rochester Partner — Selected as 2023 Primary Beneficiary; received $65,000 in funding.
  • St. Joseph's Neighborhood Center Partner — Received grant funding from MEG's Gift to support mental healthcare access for underserved populations.
  • Veteran's Outreach Center Partner — Received grant funding from MEG's Gift to support services for veterans and their families.
  • Veterans Outreach Center Partner — Selected as 2026 Primary Beneficiary; previous recipient of MEG’s Gift funding.
  • Villa of Hope Partner — Primary beneficiary in 2022; funded to expand behavioral health services.
  • Villa of Hope Partner — Selected as 2022 Primary Beneficiary; received $40,000 donation.
  • community organizations Partner — Collaborates with community organizations to deliver financial support, educational resources, and advocacy for mental health care access.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community Empowerment Through Local Partnerships
    methodology: community_empowerment
    By engaging local people and organizations as leaders in mental health initiatives, we drive sustainable change, because community-owned solutions are more effective and culturally relevant.
  • Connection-Based Mental Health Support
    methodology: connection_based_mental_health_support
    By fostering human connections, we improve mental wellness and reduce stigma, because meaningful relationships provide emotional support and strengthen community well-being.
  • Mental Health Grantmaking for Awareness and Prevention
    methodology: mental_health_grantmaking
    By funding local nonprofits through targeted grantmaking, we expand access to mental health services and prevention programs, because resourcing community-based organizations amplifies systemic impact in the Rochester area.