Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)
Eastern Interfaith Clergy Mental Health Program**
This Memorandum of Agreement (“MOA”) outlines the commitments between Eastern Interfaith Clergy Mental Health (“EICMH”) and the participating Church / Faith‑Based Organization (“Partner Site”).
1. Responsibilities of the Partner Church / Faith‑Based Organization
The Partner agrees to:
Complete Required Training — Ensure designated clergy and ministry leaders complete all EICMH Mental Health Training to become certified Mental Health Coaches.
Maintain Active NAMI Membership — Agree that the clergy representative will join and maintain membership with NAMI.
Provide Monthly Mental Health Presentation — Offer at least one mental‑health presentation each month at the church or community site. This may include a 3‑minute post‑service video from the Toolbox Curriculum.
Host a Mental Health Resource Table — Maintain a visible table or area with mental‑health resources, brochures, and app information.
Share the Mobile App — Promote and distribute the EICMH Mobile App as a resource for families, youth, and community members.
Use the Mental Health Toolbox Curriculum — Implement the Toolbox Curriculum for workshops, presentations, and clergy coaching.
Participate in Monthly Webinars — Attend or send a representative to the monthly EICMH Mental Health Webinar.
Document Events — Provide photos of mental‑health events, workshops, or presentations for reporting and grant documentation.
Allow Listing on EICMH Website — Approve the church or site to be listed as an Eastern Interfaith Clergy Mental Health Partner Site.
2. Responsibilities of Eastern Interfaith Clergy Mental Health (EICMH)
EICMH agrees to:
Provide All Required Training — Deliver clergy training, Mental Health Coach preparation, Toolbox Curriculum, and monthly webinars.
Seek Grant Funding — Apply for and manage grants to support mental‑health programming, staff, supplies, and community outreach.
Establish the EICMH Committee — Form and maintain a committee to oversee training, quality assurance, and program development.
Maintain Data and Reporting — Collect data, track participation, and prepare reports required by funders and partners.
Support Partner Sites — Provide ongoing technical assistance, resources, and communication to ensure program success.
List Partner Sites on Website — Add the church or organization to the official EICMH website as a certified Mental Health Partner Site.
3. Term and Renewal
This MOA becomes effective upon signature and remains active for 12 months, with automatic renewal unless either party requests changes.