The Cause
The Iceberg Tournament was founded in 2017 to raise funds for and increase awareness of children’s mental health. All tournament proceeds provide direct funding for mental health assessments. This has allowed children to receive ed-psych evaluations much faster than the typical wait time, which can be years, as well as helping with the cost which can be as high as $2500 for one evaluation.
To date we have succeeded in raising nearly $100,000.00 and ask that you help us to be even more successful in 2024. Proceeds from the purchase of tickets for the raffle, donations for programs and 50/50 draws as well as supporting tournament vendors or direct donation at the tournament reception and online will help us continue to support children’s mental health.
Mental Health Stats
Youth are the highest risk for suicide
Waitlists for youth in a mental health crisis are one year or more for services and supports
10-20% of Canadian youth are affected by a mental illness or disorder
3.2 million 12-19-year olds are at risk for developing depression
1 in 5 children who need mental health services receives them
6% of the healthcare budget is spent on mental health
*Stats listed are from ymhc.ngo