Phoenix Area Walk

Join us on November 9, 2024

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Phoenix Area Walk Information

Date: 11/09/2024
On-Site Registration Starts: 8:00 am
Program Starts: 9:00 am
Location: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick , 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ  
Contact: Amber Hoffert (She/Her) & Kelly Hermann
Contact Phone: 480-332-1420
Contact Email: asondreal@gmail.com & Kelly.Hermann@gmail.com

Register today! Click the button above to get started.


 

 

The Walk Route this year will be approximately 1 mile long and take place on sidewalks and compacted dirt.


 

2024 Phoenix Walk Top Teams

 

Empowering the Silent
Team Justin
Tech Gives Back
Team Andrew
Team Rudy Roo


 

 

Make an Impact

Top Fundraiser Program

$150-$299
A photo of your choosing will be shared in the slideshow on the stadium Jumbotron

$300+
A photo of your choosing AND a quote of 20 words or less will be shared in the slideshow on the stadium Jumbotron

*Individuals that have raised at their amount by 1:00 pm Friday, 10/18/24 will qualify.

 
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

Top Teams Program

$2,500 - $4,999
Team name on walk website and signage onsite PLUS team table 

$5,000+
Team name on walk website and table onsite PLUS team tent

*Teams that have raised at least $2,500 1:00 pm Friday, 10/04/24 will qualify.

 

 

Promote the Walk

Follow the @OOTDWalks accounts on Facebook and Twitter.

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

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

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

Click HERE or reach out to Amber Hoffert (She/Her) & Kelly Hermann at asondreal@gmail.com for more.

 

Volunteer

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

Click HERE to signup for available roles or send an email to asondreal@gmail.com with any questions you may have.

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 11/09/2024 for an Out of the Darkness Walk t-shirt at the event.

Tutorials

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 11/09/2024.

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

 

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".

VIEW EXAMPLE

 

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 asondreal@gmail.com.

 

Are dogs allowed?

Salt River Fields allows service animals in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.  A service animal is a dog or a miniature horse that assists the individual with a disability in the performance of an activity of daily living and has been trained to do so.  Pets or other animals that are considered emotional support, comfort, or therapy animals that do not meet the ADA definition of a service animal are not permitted at Salt River Fields and may not accompany their owners to the walk.  We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.


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.