Chicagoland Walk
Join us on September 14, 2024
DonateThank you for participating in the 2024 Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk!
* * Please help us reach our fundraising goal by clicking the DONATE button above. Donations will be accepted through December 31, 2024. * *
View photos below!
View the slideshow video and opening ceremony by clicking here.
Thank you to our volunteers!
Interested in volunteering opportunities for the 2025 Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk? Sign-up here.
Event Details
DATE: Saturday, 09/14/2024
LOCATION: Montrose Harbor, Chicago, IL
EVENT BEGINS: 9:00 am
OPENING CEREMONY: 10:30 AM
WALK START TIME: 11:00 am
CLICK HERE FOR EVENT DETAILS & IMPORTANT INFO!
Contact Information:
Phil Martinez, Chicagoland Walk Chair
Diana Cazares, Chicagoland Walk Director | (312) 802-9714 -- text or call
chicago@afsp.org
Click Here to View Photos from 2023!
Join us to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.
The Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives of those we care about and love.
If you're looking for support and/or resources, please visit www.afsp.org/get-help and www.afsp.org/resources.
FAQs
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How You Can Help
Become a SponsorSponsoring the OOTD Chicagoland Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health and suicide prevention.
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Promote the Walk in Your Community!Click here to help spread awareness about the OOTD Chicagoland Walk by ordering promotional materials. AFSP resources, walk yard signs, and more are available and will sent to you for free! Download the walk flyer to display at local businesses, apartment buildings, etc. in your community.
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Share on Social MediaShare your story, post photos, invite others to join you or donate to your fundraising efforts.
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Fundraise to Help #StopSuicide |
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Chicagoland Walk T-ShirtRaise $150 by 09/14/2024 and receive the official Out of the Darkness Walk t-shirt.
Red Ribbon & Blue Ribbon WalkerReceive a ribbon & gift on walk day. *Participants that have raised at least $150 by 09/14/2024 will qualify.
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Chicagoland Walk SlideshowBe included in the slideshow that will be played online as part of the virtual program and onsite at the walk. Click below for details: *Participants that have raised at least $150 by 1:00 pm (CST) Friday, 08/30/24 will qualify.
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Top Teams Challenge
Be a TOP TEAM and earn benefit like: team name on walk route signs, team tent, team name on the walk t-shirt and more! *Cut-off date to qualify: PLEASE NOTE: Donations can be made to a team but the official walk t-shirt and other incentives are based only on INDIVIDUAL fundraising.
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Fundraising Recognition GiftsThese gifts are a small token of our appreciation for your fundraising efforts. Click below for details: |
TEXT to Fundraise |
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Every dollar raised through the OOTD Chicagoland Walk allows AFSP to invest in life-saving research, education, advocacy, and support for those impacted by suicide.
Day of Walk: Resources & Activities
On-Site ActivitiesStop by the AFSP Store for merchandise, pick up beads at the Honor Bead tent, and more!
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Honor BeadsHonor Beads will be available on-site to show your connection(s) to the cause. |
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Why We Walk WallThe wall is a place to remember a loved one with a message or photo as well as honor yourself or a loved one. |
Thank you participants, volunteers, donors, and sponsors for your support!
If you or someone you know is in a crisis, call or text 988