Peace of Mind Foundation Inc

The Peace of Mind Foundation Inc, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and their caregivers. Founded by the Linda and Jim McIngvale family, the foundation was established at the request of their daughter, Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale.

Mission

The foundation's mission is to support OCD sufferers and their families through education, research, support, and advocacy. It aims to provide comprehensive resources, including educational materials and self-help tools, to aid those affected by OCD.

Activities and Achievements

• Educational Resources: The foundation offers extensive educational resources and access to self-help tools to help individuals manage OCD.
• Scholarship Opportunities: It provides scholarship opportunities to assist those seeking treatment.
• Professional Training: The foundation supports training programs for professionals to enhance their understanding and treatment of OCD.
• Awareness and Advocacy: It works to raise awareness about OCD and related mental health issues, advocating for those affected.
• OCD Challenge: The foundation created and fully subsidizes the OCD Challenge, a free online self-help website.

Partnerships

The Peace of Mind Foundation has collaborated with the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) to expand its reach and impact. As of recent developments, the foundation has become part of the IOCDF, ensuring continued support for the OCD community through combined efforts.

Impact

Over the years, the foundation has served nearly 600,000 users on its website and over 6,000 users on OCDChallenge.com. It has also trained thousands of professionals and provided significant financial assistance through scholarships. This integration of resources and support has significantly enhanced the foundation's ability to help the OCD community.

However, specific details about the organization's current status, especially with the EIN 874393161 and web presence at pomfoundation.com, could not be verified from available sources. The organization's activities and achievements outlined here may reflect historical operations rather than current activities.