St. Mark Community Outreach Center Hosts First Mental Health Wellness Fair in Mid-Michigan

St. Mark Community Outreach Center in Flint, Michigan is hosting its first annual Mental Health Wellness & Resource Fair on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. To 2 p.m. At 615 W. Court Street.

The free community event is designed to provide mental health support, resources, education, and activities for individuals and families across Genesee County. Organizers emphasize accessibility, offering complimentary food, giveaways, and health screenings to reduce barriers to participation.

Saint Mark Baptist Church, which oversees the outreach center, announced the fair as part of its ongoing commitment to addressing community well-being through practical, neighborhood-based initiatives. The event brings together local mental health professionals, social service agencies, and wellness advocates to deliver direct support, and information.

Attendees will have access to confidential counseling referrals, stress management workshops, mindfulness demonstrations, and substance use prevention resources. Partner organizations include Flint-based nonprofits focused on youth development, trauma recovery, and crisis intervention, though specific agency names were not disclosed in available announcements.

The wellness fair aligns with broader public health efforts in Flint to expand mental health access following years of elevated stress linked to the water crisis and economic challenges. Community leaders have repeatedly cited the need for culturally responsive, trauma-informed services that reach underserved populations.

St. Mark Community Outreach Center operates year-round programs including food distribution, educational tutoring, and mentorship for children and families. The mental health fair represents an expansion of its service model to include emotional and psychological well-being as a core component of community support.

Organizers encourage residents of all ages to attend, noting that activities will be available for children while parents or guardians engage with resource tables and workshops. Transportation assistance and childcare accommodations are being coordinated through volunteer networks, though specific arrangements were not detailed in public notices.

As Flint continues to prioritize holistic recovery and resilience, events like the Mental Health Wellness & Resource Fair reflect a growing trend among faith-based and nonprofit organizations to integrate mental health awareness into existing community service frameworks. The center plans to evaluate attendance and feedback to determine the feasibility of making the fair an annual occurrence.