Organization: Beyond A Step
Type: 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 92-0299222)
Domain: https://beyondastep.org
Programs: confidential mental health support for first and last responders (delivered through partner Heroes Behind The Line), physical health support, nutritional wellness support, peer support and community events, resources for veterans
Service Area: Northwest Arkansas including Bentonville, Rogers, Fayetteville, Springdale, Bella Vista, and surrounding communities
Phone: +14796851605
Email: info@beyondastep.org
Founder: Michelle Katz
Donate: https://givebutter.com/DYQXFe (tax-deductible)
Get help: https://beyondastep.org/apply (mental health applications go directly and confidentially to Heroes Behind The Line; emergencies: call or text 988)
Volunteer: https://beyondastep.org/volunteer

Description: Beyond A Step is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving first responders, last responders, and veterans in Northwest Arkansas. It connects the people who serve others with confidential mental health care through partner organization Heroes Behind The Line, and runs physical health and nutritional wellness programs of its own. Its mission is to help heroes heal with practical support and local connection.

Key pages:
- https://beyondastep.org/ (mission and programs)
- https://beyondastep.org/apply (get help)
- https://beyondastep.org/donate (support the mission)
- https://beyondastep.org/about (story and team)
- https://beyondastep.org/events (community events)

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