On Saturday, September 14, 2024 in just four hours, James Gibson completed his challenge to swim a mile and a half at the Sportscenter Fitness & Athletic Club in Concord, NC.

Cheer for James and show your support by helping him meet his goal to stop the stigma of mental health concerns, raise awareness about mental health and secure financial support for MHA's programs that provide help and offer hope to the one in five impacted by mental health concerns each year.

James lives with celebral palsy and neurodiversity. Learn More about the link between neurodiversity and mental health.

James Gibson

Founded in 1933, Mental Health America (MHA) of Central Carolinas has been the voice of hope for those impacted by mental illness in the greater Charlotte area for more than 90 years. Free services are available for Cabarrus and Mecklenburg residents thanks to generous funders and community donations.

MHA provides family support services to parents of children with behavioral, emotional or mental health needs; peer support for adults living with chronic mental illnesses; free counseling for those who can’t afford it; and mental health education and preventative trainings to the broader community. MHA’s programs bring together mental health consumers, parents, advocates and service providers to address systemic issues impacting mental health.

A Mile & A Half To Get Your Attention

Swimming to Stop Stigma and Support MHA