Twin Cities Walk

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Twin Cities Walk Information

Date: 09/15/2024
On-Site Registration Starts: 8:30 am
Program Starts: 10:30 am
Location: Lake Como Picnic Pavilions, St. Paul, MN
Contact: Erik Arveseth
Contact Phone: 612-568-6548
Contact Email: erik.arveseth@afspmn.org  

Register today! Click the button above to get started.

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Join us to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.

 

 

 The Twin Cities Out of the Darkness 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.

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How You Can Help

Become a Sponsor

Sponsoring the OOTD Twin Cities Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health and suicide prevention.
Questions? Please email minnesota@afsp.org.
For more info and to view sponsor benefits, click here.       

 

 

 

Volunteer with Us

Event Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the Twin Cities Walk a success.

Send an email to erik.arveseth@afspmn.org for details on volunteering on Walk Day!

 

 

 

Share on Social Media

Share your story, post photos, invite others to join you or donate to your fundraising efforts.

DOWNLOAD SOCIAL MEDIA GRAPHICS

 

 

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Fundraise to Help #StopSuicide How You Can Help

Every dollar raised through the OOTD Twin Cities Walk allows AFSP to invest in life-saving research, education, advocacy, and support for those impacted by suicide.

Twin Cities Walk T-Shirt

Individually raise $150+ by 09/15/2024 for an
Out of the DarknessWalk t-shirt at the event.     

Fundraising Recognition Gifts

PLEASE NOTE: Donations can be made
to a team but the official walk t-shirt and other incentives are based only on INDIVIDUAL fundraising.

ARE YOU A TEAM CAPTAIN?

CLICK HERE FOR HELPFUL
RECRUITMENT AND
FUNDRAISING TIPS

 

 

Top Teams Challenge *NEW!*

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!

Click below for details:  

*Cut-off date to qualify:
Friday, 08/09/24 -- 5:00 pm (CST)

READ OUR MEMORIAL SLIDE SHOW AND MEMORIAL WALK ROUTE SIGN FAQS

 

Create a Facebook Fundraiser

Create a FB Fundraiser through your account 
or it will not connect to your page.  This is super easy in the app!

 

 

Fundraising Challenge - Individual Walkers *NEW* 

Individually registered walkers who raise $250+ by Friday, August 9th will be elligible to receive a Memorial Walk Route Sign and Memorial Slide! 

Click below for details:  

*Cut-off date to qualify:
Friday, 08/09/24 -- 5:00 pm (CST)

READ OUR MEMORIAL SLIDE SHOW AND MEMORIAL WALK ROUTE SIGN FAQS

 
FUNDRAISING TOOLKIT

 

 

 

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FAQs

Is there a registration fee?

There is no registration fee or fundraising minimum to participate.

We strongly encourage each participant to set a $150 fundraising goal to help support AFSP's work to stop suicide and receive the official walk t-shirt!

 

If I raise enough money, will my whole team get a shirt?

The event shirts are only given to individuals who raise $150 by 09/15/2024.

If your whole team wants a shirt, each member must raise $150

 

How do I make an offline donation?

To send a donation by check, please complete the Offline Donation Form and send it with your check to the address provided.

Offline Donation Form

 

Are dogs allowed?

Yes, friendly, leashed dogs are welcome at the Twin Cities Walk.

 

How do I change my team status?

If you're already registered and looking to create a new team or join an existing one, simply log into your account and click "change team membership".

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Can I register at the Walk? 

You can register or donate in-person at the Walk by scanning a QR code. Walk donations are accepted until December 31st.

 

 

 

Where can I find information on parking, the route, and the venue?

That information is posted closer to Walk Day. For additional questions, please email erik.arveseth@afspmn.org.

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Walk Day Activities

On-Site 

Check out the merchandise tent, photo booth, and resource tables.

 
Honor Beads

Complimentary Honor Beads will be available on-site to show your connection(s) to the cause. 

More About Honor Beads

 
Hope & Healing

Share messages of hope and remembrance.

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Thank you participants, volunteers, donors, and sponsors for your support!

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Download the App!

 

     

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If you or someone you know is in a crisis, dial 988 to reach the 988 Lifeline or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741-741.