Noah Kahan has used his platform to be an outspoken advocate for psychological well being betterment, and it’s clear that he doesn’t simply discuss the discuss, however actually walks the stroll. Since founding his fundraising initiative, The Busyhead Mission, final yr, the Vermont singer-songwriter has raised over $2 million to help psychological well being sources nationwide, together with in rural communities
Housed beneath the Vermont Group Basis and aided by the sailworks non-profit, The Busyhead Mission raises funds from ticket gross sales, direct donations, and different choices (like livestream tickets), and directs donations to organizations “chosen by Noah for his or her dedication to psychological well being consciousness, with an emphasis on native influence by offering entry to sources,” in response to a press release from the mission.
When it was first launched, Busyhead had a aim of elevating $1 million inside its first yr, however doubled expectations. As of now, not all the cash has been distributed, however over 55 organizations have already acquired funding.
Among the many organizations benefiting are Deliver Change to Thoughts, Jack.org, Oasis Heart, Mission Enterprise, Rural Behavioral Well being Institute, Higher Valley Haven, and extra.
Kahan spoke at size about his personal psychological well being journey, in addition to The Busyhead Mission throughout an look on The Going There podcast. Hearken to the episode in full under, and subscribe for more episodes here.
Kahan will proceed to lift funds over the course of his ongoing tour, which can proceed with exhibits within the US and Europe later this yr. Grab tickets here.
For extra, revisit Consequence’s cover story with Kahan, the place he mentioned his blockbuster 2022 album Stick Season and navigating the transition from small-town life to big-time success.