NAMI CEO Gillison Jr. Earns Spot on NonProfit Times 2026 Power & Influence List
Event summary
- NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. named to The NonProfit Times 2026 Power & Influence Top 50 list.
- Gillison recognized for modernizing NAMI, securing $59 million donation from MacKenzie Scott, and launching the National Collaborative for Crisis Systems Innovation.
- Honorees include leaders from AARP Foundation, National Council on Aging, and American Heart Association.
- Gillison previously honored in 2022 as part of NPT's 25th annual Power & Influence Top 50 list.
The big picture
Gillison's recognition underscores the growing emphasis on modernizing mental health nonprofits through technology and cross-sector collaboration. The $59 million donation from MacKenzie Scott highlights the increasing scrutiny on nonprofit leadership to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions. NAMI's focus on crisis care innovation aligns with broader industry trends toward preventive and community-based mental health interventions.
What we're watching
- Funding Momentum
- Whether NAMI can sustain high-profile donations like MacKenzie Scott's $59 million gift.
- Coalition Building
- The pace at which Gillison expands cross-sector partnerships to strengthen crisis care initiatives.
- Impact Measurement
- How NAMI quantifies the success of the National Collaborative for Crisis Systems Innovation.