ANN ARBOR, Mich. – A local non-profit seeks support in helping young adults struggling with their mental health.
Garrett’s Space was created by Scott and Julie Halpert of Ann Arbor after they lost their son Garrett to suicide in 2017.
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The organization is dedicated to filling critical gaps in care for young adults aged 18 to 28.
“Since the groundbreaking ceremony, we’ve been focused on modifying the existing Frank Lloyd Wright replica house at our property in Superior Township and making other site changes so that we can commence in-person programming and begin operating out of the space as soon as possible," said Scott Halpert, co-founder and Board President. “These changes include adding a fire suppression system, making it more accessible to those with disabilities, and adding two wells. In-person programming at the house is on track to begin this fall.”
Garrett’s Space is also close to beginning construction on the planned 10,000-square-foot residence and a creativity studio, where participants can enjoy activities in movement, music, and art.
A fundraiser will be held on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. to support those efforts.
Go4GarrettsSpace will take place at the Morris Lawrence Building on WCC’s Campus, located at 4800 E. Huron River Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48105.
The event will include a light dinner, refreshments, a silent auction featuring local and regional items and experiences, as well as inspirational presentations and performances.
Tickets are available here on Garrett’s Space website.
“While our capital campaign has been very successful to date in raising approximately $9.0 million out of our $13.5 million goal, we are seeking additional support for the project and to cover initial operating costs,” said Scott Halpert. “We’ve been able to provide our wellness programming free of charge to our participants for the past 4.5 years, and continue to plan to support our participants on a sliding scale when we open up our residential campus. We want to ensure that no one is ever prevented from receiving our life-saving support due to a lack of financial resources.”
Those programs are designed to help struggling young adults find community, connections, and coping strategies.
“What we are building at Garrett’s Space is unique and beautiful and will save lives,” said Executive Director Dave Garcia. ”Currently, our facilitated groups continue to prosper, and we are excited and looking forward to the opening of the entire Garrett’s Space campus in the fall of next year. Our annual Go4Garrett’s Space event plays an important role both in fundraising and in helping us spread the word regarding the important impact we are currently having in the lives of our youth and the tremendous growth and development ahead.”