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In Memory of Nick Bartos

A personal campaign sponsored by The Bartos Family

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Nick Bartos was a beloved and radiant person. His life ended too soon because of major depressive disorder. We honor his life by supporting his final wish of contributing to cutting-edge research for mental health and well-being. Please consider making a donation in Nick’s honor and in honor of all who long for relief from mental illness.


100% of every dollar donated for research is invested in our research grants. Our operating expenses are covered by separate foundation grants.

  • Since 1987, we have awarded more than $430 million to fund more than 6,200 grants to more than 5,100 scientists around the world.

  • According to the Rand Corporation, BBRF is the nation’s top non-governmental funder of mental health research grants.

  • The mission of the Foundation is to alleviate the suffering caused by mental illness by awarding grants that will lead to advances and breakthroughs in scientific research.

  • 100% of every dollar donated for research is invested in our research grants. Our operating expenses are covered by separate foundation grants.

  • The Foundation only funds scientists whose research is reviewed and recommended by a world-renowned Scientific Council including a Nobel Prizewinner and chairs of psychiatric departments.

  • Learn more about the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation.

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