Giving to the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program

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Research that Changes Lives

The turmoil caused by bipolar disorder’s manic highs and depressed lows affects millions of people and their families. This challenging condition has been with us since recorded history, yet for many who struggle, effective treatments and cures remain elusive. As many of 20% of people with bipolar disorders die by suicide and many more will attempt suicide, reflecting the intense pain and loss that too often result from this illness.

For more than 20 years, the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program has been working toward a future that gives everyone with bipolar disorder access to personalized, evidence-based treatments so they can lead full, productive lives.

We believe this goal is within reach thanks to the collaborative and dedicated efforts of our multidisciplinary scientists, research participants, and visionary donors. And you can help!

Your gift can fuel our efforts to:

  • Identify bipolar’s genetic and biological underpinnings to develop tailored treatments
  • Improve understanding of connections with other diseases, like heart conditions and substance use disorders
  • Explore how sleep, diet, and exercise contribute to affect symptoms and course of illness
  • Develop apps to help patients manage their own bipolar symptoms
  • Expand our international collaborations to advance global science in bipolar disorder
  • Pilot innovative studies exploring novel approaches to understanding and treating bipolar disorder
  • Train the next generation of bipolar disorder researchers and clinicians

Think about how you can make a difference. When we work together, we can accomplish anything!

Giving Opportunities

Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Fund

The Prechter Bipolar Research Fund collects and maintains a repository of longitudinal clinical, genetic, and biological data to fuel collaborative research on the causes, prevention, and treatment of bipolar disorder.
Make a gift to drive collaborative research

Bipolar Research Innovation Fund

The Bipolar Research Innovation Fund supports novel scientific investigation of bipolar disorder and the extension of bipolar research with encouraging preliminary outcomes.
Make a gift to support novel research

Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Endowed Fund

The Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Endowed Fund is a gift to endowment and ensures the continuity of the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Longitudinal Research Study and Biorepository.
Make a gift to keep our longitudinal study going
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Together, we are improving and saving lives.

Learn more about how donor generosity supports advanced bipolar disorder research.

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Philanthropy News

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Philanthropy News

From seeking answers to fueling progress

Patricia and Jerry Wagner have provided ongoing, dedicated support to the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program at University of Michigan Heatlh.
Medicine at Michigan

$10M from Tam Foundation

Gift will expand and harness the power of massive data to help bipolar patients

Ways to Give

You can create hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Every gift helps transform the adversity of bipolar disorder into meaningful progress. From single contributions that have immediate impact to planned gifts that span over decades and beyond, there are many ways to fuel lifesaving breakthroughs in our understanding and treatment of bipolar disorder.

Partner With Us

We would be pleased to discuss your interests and goals — and the impact your gift can have. We can connect you with faculty and staff, identify where your help is most needed, and share how giving can provide personal satisfaction as well as financial and tax benefits.

Amanda Smith

Amanda Smith

Director of Development
Leah Zientek

Leah Zientek

Associate Director of Development