New York City Walk

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THANK YOU to those who participated in this year's walk! Walk donations are accepted through December 31st, to help us continue to raise funds and awareness.
New York City Walk Information

Date: 10/06/2024
On-Site Registration Starts: 10:00 am
Program Starts: 11:30 am
Location: Pier 16 & 17 - Seaport District, New York City, NY
Contact: Salina Sabri (she/her)
Contact Phone: 646-284-5790
Contact Emailsalinaafsp@gmail.com

We are not done raising funds and awareness for the NYC Walk! Through December 31st, our fight to #stopsuicide continues as we aim to reach our Walk goal.

Be sure to share your pictures from the day of the walk, tagging @afspnyc, to let people know how meaningful the experience was, and continue to ask for support!

                                                                        
2025 Top Teams Program

Top Teams who maximize their fundraising will receive these incentives!

Thank you to our Top Teams for making it their mission to spread awareness throughout our community about suicide prevention.


Make an Impact

Fundraise

Register! There is no fee or fundraising minimum. Share your fundraising page link social media, via text, or by email.

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Become a Team Captain

On average, team captains recruit 74% of the people who attend a non-profit Walk.

Captains are essential!

BECOME A CAPTAIN

VISIT TEAM CENTRAL

Walk Alumni

Thank you for joining us again this year! When registering, please click the blue link under "Been Here Before?"

The fields below that are for creating new accounts.

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Promote the Walk

Follow @AFSPNYC on InstagramFacebook and Twitter. Share your fundraising page and tag us!

Or, request free materials to help promote the Walk and your fundraising efforts!

REQUEST MATERIALS

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsoring the New York City Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health.

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Volunteer

Our amazing Event Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the New York City Walk a success!

APPLY TO VOLUNTEER

 

Facebook

Creating a Facebook Fundraiser through your AFSP DonorDrive account is easy! Do not create a fundraiser directly on Facebook.

Sharing a Facebook Fundraiser on Instagram will not connect with your fundraising page.

T-Shirts

Individually raise $150+ by 10/06/2024 for an Out of the Darkness Walk t-shirt at the event.

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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 10/06/2024.

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! We will have a table and watering station for your pup. Join our Paws for Prevention team to meet and fundraise with other dog-lovers also dedicated to suicide prevention!

 

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.

 

 

Will this event offer accessibility services? 

Yes, we will have ASL interpretation for our event. If you are in need of other accommodations, please email salinaafsp@gmail.com at least one week prior to 10/06/2024.

 

How do I get to the Walk?

Public Transit: Take 2/3 or A/C to Fulton St, the 4/5 to Wall St, or the J/Z to Broad St and walk east towards Pier 16 and 17.

Driving: 89 South St, New York, NY 10038. The closest parking lot is Edison ParkFast (167 Front St). Limited street parking is also available.

View Site Map HERE.

What is the Walk distance and route? 

The Walk is about 1.5 miles long starting and ending between Pier 16 and 17, walking south on FDR Drive and back north on South Street. View the route map HERE.


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. 

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Hope & Healing

Share messages of hope and remembrance.

 


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.