Austin Walk
Join us on October 26, 2024
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Austin Walk InformationDate: 10/26/2024 Register today! Click the button above to get started. |
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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 Austin Walk using the #OutoftheDarkness hashtag. If you have a printer or somewhere to share a digital flyer, you can also download this flyer to share. Want some promotional items sent to you? Complete this form.
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Sponsorship OpportunitiesSponsoring the Austin Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health. Reach out to Heather Russell at austinwalk@afsp.org for more.
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VolunteerEvent Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the Austin Walk a success. Visit our volunteer sign-up page to sign-up today! Thank you! |
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 10/26/2024 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 10/26/2024. 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, dogs are allowed at this 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". |
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 austinwalk@afsp.org. |
Walk Day Activities
On-SiteResource FairEach year at the Austin Walk we try to share local community resources with our attendees. Resources must fit within the AFSP Sponsors and Community Resource Terms and Conditions. If your organization fits within these terms and would like to participate, please complete our Resource Fair Application. |
Honor BeadsComplimentary Honor Beads will be available on-site to show your connection(s) to the cause. |
Hope & HealingMemorial Photo WallBring a photo of your loved one to include on the memorial photo wall. Please bring a copy, not an original, as we are not responsible for lost or damaged photos. Remembrance SocksMemories warm our hearts, just like socks warm our feet - bring a new pair of socks that reminds you of your loved one! Cards will be available for you to write your loved one's name and socks will be donated to local agencies following the event in their honor. |
Upcoming Team Fundraisers
Do you have a team fundraiser that you want us to help promote? Email austinwalk@afsp.org with the details and we'll spread the word! October 12th, 2024 6:30pm: Drawing for a UT football signed by the entire 2023 team. Raffle tickets $50 each. Donate to Erin Flores of Team Jordan Belvin here. |