Welcome to The Gallus Charitable Foundation
A Colorado 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Corporation
Honoring Recovery. Empowering Hope.
Our Mission
The Gallus Charitable Foundation provides critical financial assistance to individuals and families struggling with substance use disorders. We bridge the gap between needing treatment and affording it by offering scholarships for medical detox, behavioral therapy, sober living, and related treatment expenses including travel costs.
We often serve families who, despite having insurance, face overwhelming financial barriers due to high deductibles, co-pays, and coverage limitations. Quality addiction treatment is expensive, and we recognize that recovery is often a long journey requiring multiple treatment attempts—each creating additional financial strain.
Why We Give Back
Giving back is at the heart of what we do. Whether through volunteering, sharing skills, or financial contributions, generosity transforms lives. Research shows that people who give not only create stronger communities, but also experience deeper connection, happiness, and purpose.
As Pablo Picasso said, “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” Our foundation is built on this spirit of service and connection.
That spirit of service is the foundation we’re building together.
How We Help
Financial Assistance Programs
- Treatment Scholarships: Direct funding for medical detox, inpatient treatment, and behavioral therapy
- Sober Living Support: Assistance with transitional housing costs during recovery
- Essential Expenses: Travel, childcare, and other necessary costs that enable treatment access
- Multiple Attempt Support: Understanding that recovery often requires several treatment episodes
How You Can Help
- Donate: Fund safe detox, peer support, and essential resources for families in need.
- Partner: Collaborate with us as a nonprofit or community group to expand impact.
- Nominate a Hero: Recognize someone making a difference in recovery and help us honor them.
- Volunteer: Share your time and talents to uplift those in recovery.
The Financial Crisis in Addiction Treatment
The numbers tell a stark story:
The Scale of Need
- 48.4 million Americans aged 12 or older met criteria for a substance use disorder in 2024—that's nearly 1 in 6 people
- Over half of American adults have a family history of problem drinking or alcohol addiction
- Although over 10 million people received treatment in 2024, around 38 million went without
Treatment Costs Are Crushing Families
- Level 3.7 of inpatient detox care averages $14,000 / week
- Residential treatment averages $42,500, with costs reaching up to $80,000
- Outpatient programs may cost $1,400 to $10,000 for 30 days
Insurance Fails Middle-Class Families
- 40% of people who couldn't get addiction treatment said cost was the barrier
- Nearly 25% of families had problems paying for healthcare in the past year
- 37% of insured Americans don't even know their insurance covers addiction treatment
The Devastating Financial Impact
- 500,000 Americans file for bankruptcy each year largely due to medical expenses
- 62% of all personal bankruptcies result from medical debt
- These aren't the poor—two-thirds owned homes, 60% were college graduates
- Even with insurance, families faced an average of $17,749 in out-of-pocket costs
- Someone who is solidly middle class can easily slip into poverty due to untreated addiction
- Substance abuse is one of the top three causes of homelessness
Get Involved
Recovery is possible when communities come together. Whether you volunteer, donate, or share your story, you are part of the solution. Contact us today to join the Gallus Foundation community.
Together, we can preserve dignity, spread compassion, and offer comfort to those facing addiction. Let’s build a world where recovery is honored, supported, and celebrated.
Donate and Make a Difference Today
Your donation is tax-deductible and goes directly to families in crisis.
Every dollar you contribute helps a family access the treatment they desperately need but cannot afford. You're not just funding treatment—you're preventing bankruptcy, homelessness, and family destruction.
Donation Options:
One-time donation: Make an immediate impact
Monthly giving: Provide steady support for ongoing assistance
Memorial/honor gifts: Support recovery in someone's name
Payment Methods Accepted:
- Credit / Debit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover)
- Apple Pay
- Klarna
- Link
- Affirm
- Cash App Pay
- Amazon Pay
