Cleveland Walk
Join us on October 5, 2024
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Cleveland Walk InformationDate: 10/05/2024 Register today! Click the button above to get started. Parking: Free parking at the Louis Stokes VA Hospital - 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106 |
Make an Impact
FundraiseRegister! There is no fee or fundraising minimum. Share your fundraising page link on social media, via text, or by email.
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Become a Team CaptainOn average, team captains recruit 74% of the people who attend a non-profit Walk. Captains are essential! |
Walk AlumniThank 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 WalkFollow the @OOTDWalks accounts on Facebook and Twitter. Share your fundraising page and post about the Cleveland Walk using the #OutoftheDarkness hashtag.
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Sponsorship OpportunitiesSponsoring the Cleveland Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health. Reach out to Brandee Parker at clevelandootd@gmail.com for more.
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VolunteerEvent Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the Cleveland Walk a success. Send an email to clevelandootd@gmail.com to submit a volunteer application. |
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-ShirtsIndividually raise $150+ by 10/05/2024 for an Out of the Darkness Walk t-shirt at the event. |
Tutorials |
Day-of Event
NEW Walk Route
Free Yoga session provided from Ashley from 9:30-10:30 on the grass beyond the stage.
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50 / 50 raffle, Basket Raffle, AFSP merchandise for sale.
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Kids Area; sidewalk chalk, large yard games, coloring pages, Face-painting and temporary glitter tattoos by Gene'. |
Resource tables and Counselors will be on hand to help if someone needs a listening ear.
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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 10/05/2024. 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.
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Are dogs allowed? Yes, friendly, leashed dogs are welcome at the Cleveland Walk. Water and water bowls will be provided!
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". |
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.
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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 clevelandootd@gmail.com. |
Walk Day Activities
On-SiteCheck out the merchandise tent, photo booth, and resource tables. There will be a free yoga session during registration. The Walk will start about a half hour after the opening ceremony. |
Honor BeadsComplimentary Honor Beads will be available on-site to show your connection(s) to the cause. |
Hope & HealingPlease bring a copy of a picture of your loved one lost to suicide to share on our Memory wall to honor them. No larger than a 5x7 works best. You can write the name of your loved one lost to suicide on a piece of paper that we will provide and attach it to the netting. |