Erie Walk

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Erie Walk Information

Date: 09/22/2024
On-Site Registration Starts: 9:30 am
Program Starts: 11:00 am
Location: Rotary Pavilion, Presque Isle State Park, Erie, PA
Contact: Julie Mehlenbacher
Contact Phone: 814-230-2455
Contact Email: julieAFSP@gmail.com

Register today! Click the button above to get started.


*A NOTE ABOUT FACEBOOK FUNDRAISING FOR WALKS*

We apologize for the technical difficulties we’re experiencing with Facebook Fundraising on DonorDrive. Currently, this is not a fundraising option for our walkers. Your friends and family can still donate directly to your page by utilizing the Text to Donate option. Please follow the steps outlined below:

Team Challenge

We have 6 opportunities this year to get your team name on the 2024 Erie Walk shirt.

Team raises $250+ by March 15th
Team raises $500+ by March 31st
Team raises $750+ by April 30th
Team raises $1,000+ by May 31st
Team raises $1,500+ by June 30th
Team raises $2,000+ by July 31st


Make an Impact

Fundraise

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

PARTICIPANT HUB

 

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 the @OOTDWalks accounts on Facebook and Twitter.

Use this flyer to promote the event!

Share your fundraising page and post about the Erie Walk using the #OutoftheDarkness hashtag.

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsoring the Erie Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health.

Download Sponsorship Packet

Reach out to Julie Mehlenbacher at julieAFSP@gmail.com for more.

 

 

Volunteer

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

Send an email to julieAFSP@gmail.com to submit a volunteer application.

 

 

Facebook

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

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

T-Shirts

Individually raise $150+ by 09/22/2024 for an Out of the Darkness Walk t-shirt at the event.

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REGISTRATION GUIDE

JOINING/CREATING TEAMS


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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 09/22/2024.

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?

While friendly, leashed dogs are welcome at many events, the policy can vary by venue. Reach out to julieAFSP@gmail.com for information specific to the Erie 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 julieAFSP@gmail.com.


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.

 


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.