2024 Journeys Magazine

Community Support

We are grateful for the many individuals and organizations who support our mission.

Why We Give

Over 20 years ago, friends invited us to attend Benefits of Laughter as their guests, and we haven’t missed one since. What began as a fun evening out evolved into an ongoing involvement with Skyland Trail in a variety of ways.

Our connection with Skyland Trail has enabled us to become much more educated about mental health, and we’ve come to understand the significant need for top notch services that bridge the gap between in-hospital treatment and everyday life. Having had both family and friends affected by mental illness, we recognize the invaluable benefits of Skyland Trail’s commitment to excellent treatment.

We feel strongly that Skyland Trail is a great steward of its resources. Our participation in special events like Benefits of Laughter and the Associates Spring Luncheon consistently reveal the enthusiasm and commitment of the staff as well as the loyalty of its supporters. Particularly noteworthy is Skyland Trail’s ongoing efforts to adapt its services to meet the evolving needs in the mental health landscape, including newer programs focused on adolescents and young adults. Anyone who is parenting teenagers is acutely aware of the critical need for mental health care in our nation at this time, and Atlanta is fortunate that this incredible resource is located right here in our city.

Nancy & Doug Bryant
Gold Sponsors of 2024 Benefits of Laughter

Nancy and Doug Bryant

Corporate Sponsor Spotlight

“Northside is dedicated to giving back to the community and supporting recovery for individuals living with mental illness. Our sponsorship of Skyland Trail’s 5K Run/Walk demonstrates our unwavering commitment to wellness, and underscores our belief in the power of community to inspire positive change. By sponsoring the 5K, we’re giving back to an organization that creates this kind of change and offers hope to all kinds of people.”

Northside Hospital was a gold sponsor of the 2024 Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk

Community Support Highlights

Mental Health Month Giving

Thanks to a gift matching challenge donation from a Grateful Family, Skyland Trail raised a total of $14,500 through 37 donations in May for Mental Health Month.

For Mental Health Month, donations during the month of May were matched by a Grateful Family donor up to $3,500.

Club Estates Garden Club

Club Estates Garden Club gave a $5,000 to establish a therapeutic hummingbird garden within the existing Metamorphosis Garden at the adult campus and to provide horticulture supplies to support adult client groups in 2024. Each Skyland Trail campus includes gardens and therapeutic outdoor spaces. Horticultural therapy is a part of our holistic approach to wellness.

Ruby throated hummbird and red monarda flower

The Gift of Health

Skyland Trail Board member William Shaheen made a gift to get our clients moving! He donated basketballs for our adolescent program and a treadmill for our adult program. Teen and adult programs participate in recreational therapy, including team sports, and work with a fitness trainer to improve physical health and strength.

young man playing basketall, shown from waist down

Supporting Alumni

A gift from an anonymous donor is funding alumni retreats for adult program graduates. The retreats give alumni a chance to connect with peers, refresh their skills with Skyland Trail staff, practice mindfulness, and participate in self-care to refresh and recharge. About 10 alumni attended a summer retreat to Emma’s Driftwood Farm in Darien this summer. A fall retreat to The Lodge at Walnut Grove is planned for November.