IMPACT
Proof of a solid strike
Advocates are not clinicians—they are peers.
QuietLine is the structured system used to empower our advocates to respond to crisis with confidence and a direct line to professional support.
Each advocate is provided resources for self-improvement and career advancement, along with the ability to endorse and strengthen their communities. They are positioned to be the first response to crisis—trained to notice, respond, and connect individuals to the care they need.
QuietLine is built to connect. Our advocates don’t work in isolation—they link people directly to our team and to other active programs and nonprofits already serving communities. Together, these partnerships ensure that when someone reaches out, the right resources and tools are at arms reach.
12
Total Advocates
3
Individuals Currently Receiving Support Sessions
$30,000
Raised From Events
$5,000
Raised For Athletes
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ATHLETES• 91% of high school athletes report stress from sports; 58% describe it as moderate to extreme, and 27% say they wanted help but didn’t receive it (NIH, 2023). • 33% of male student-athletes and 50% of female student-athletes report symptoms of anxiety or depression (KutestKids, 2024). • Among college athletes, rates of depression are 17% and anxiety 22%, significantly higher during competitive seasons (NIH, 2023). • Suicide is the 4th leading cause of death among college athletes (NIH, 2022) How QuietLine Helps QuietLine embeds trained peer advocates into high school and college athletic environments—locker rooms, practice fields, gyms, and dorms. Advocates are trusted teammates who notice signs of emotional strain, performance burnout, or suicidal thoughts, and connect peers to licensed care. Quarterly clinical oversight keeps advocates steady while they serve as reliable presences in student-athlete life.
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ARTISTS• 73% of independent musicians report symptoms of mental illness; 68% depression and 71% anxiety/panic are tied to career pressures (NIH, 2022). • 80% of musicians ages 18–25 face significant mental health concerns (NIH, 2023). • Musicians show higher rates of substance use and suicidal thoughts than the general population (NIH, 2021). How QuietLine Helps Advocates join musicians on tours, in rehearsal spaces, and in studios—providing confidential peer support in one of the most isolating industries. They help de-escalate crisis moments brought on by financial stress, isolation, or burnout, while connecting artists and their teams to professional care.
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MILITARY• 5.2 million veterans (41%) required mental health care in 2021 (NIMH, 2022). • PTSD affects 11–20% of post-9/11 veterans, with depression and substance misuse often co-occurring (NIH, 2023). • Veterans die by suicide at a rate 1.5× higher than civilians, averaging 44 per day (CDC, 2024). How QuietLine Helps QuietLine equips veteran peers to notice, respond, and reduce stigma within military and veteran communities. Advocates connect fellow veterans to licensed care and veteran-specific programs—strengthening individuals, families, and the communities they call home.
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COMMUNITY• 1 in 5 U.S. adults (23.1%) experienced mental illness in 2022 (NIMH, 2023). • Over 122 million Americans (37%) live in designated Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas (CDC/ HRSA, 2024). • In rural counties, 55% have no licensed mental health provider(CDC, 2024). • People with serious mental illness are 3× more likely to be jailed than hospitalized in crisis (NIH, 2023). How QuietLine Helps QuietLine advocates step into underserved spaces—small towns, schools, workplaces, and faith communities. They provide readiness and presence where the system is absent, ensuring people are noticed and connected before crisis escalates.
