California Peer Run Warm Line Refunding Update
Response to the 2025-2026 California State Budget
MHASF runs the California Peer Run Warm Line, CalHOPE Warm Line, and the California Spanish Warm Line (La Línea de Apoyo Emocional de California). This June’s final state budget left the warm lines with $4.2 million, which is less than one-third of the funding needed to operate for one full year.
Mark Salazar, Chief Executive Officer of the Mental Health Association of San Francisco, issued the following statement, as the 2025-26 state budget takes effect for California’s new fiscal year:
“We extend our sincere gratitude to the State of California and Gavin Newsom for their commitment to sustaining these critical services. While the $4.2 million allocation falls short of what’s needed for a full year of operations, it underscores a shared priority in keeping our warm lines accessible to Californians in need. This support enables MHASF to continue offering services even as we adjust staffing and explore new partnerships to meet surging demand. We look forward to continuing to partner with the legislature and executive leadership to fully fund mental health access and serve all Californians equitably.”
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