Chicagoland Walk
Join us on September 17, 2022
If you would like to be notified when registration opens for the 2023 Chicagoland Walk, please sign up here.
Thank you for joining us at the 2022 Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk!
It was a memorable day filled with smiles, hugs, laughter, and tears. Over 4,100 participants helped to raise over $795,000. With donations still coming in daily, we hope to reach our $800,000 goal by the end of the year.
The funds raised support suicide prevention education, research, advocacy, and outreach.
Donations will be accepted through December 31, 2022. Just click on the blue “DONATE” button at the top of this page.
Check out photos taken at the 2022 Chicagoland Walk!
Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk
Will you help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide? The Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk is a special event that provides By registering for the walk on 09/17/2022, you are joining a strong Every dollar you raise through the Chicagoland Walk allows AFSP to invest in In addition to the in-person walk, we will have a virtual option. The health and
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Walk Date: 09/17/2022 |
Chicagoland Walk FAQs
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Walk information and details can be found here. For additional questions, please email chicago@afsp.org. |
How You Can Help
Become a SponsorSponsoring the Chicagoland Walk shows the community and your employees that your business cares about mental health and suicide prevention. Become a partner to help stop this leading cause of death. |
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Promote the Walk in Your Community!Download the walk flyer here to share with businesses, apartment buildings, etc. in your community. |
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Share on Social MediaShare your story, post photos, invite others to join you or donate to your fundraising efforts. Social media is a powerful tool! Be sure to use the following: @AFSPIL #ootdccw #chicagowalk |
Chicagoland Walk T-Shirt Red Ribbon Walker and Blue Ribbon Walker $1,000+ - Blue Ribbon Walker. Receive a blue ribbon and gift on-site. In addition to fundraising online, you will be able to turn in additional cash or check donations on-site. *Participants that have raised at least $150 by September 17th will qualify. |
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Fundraise to Help #StopSuicideChicagoland Walk Slideshow $150 - $299 - A photo of your choosing will be shared in the slideshow. *Participants that have raised at least $150 by 1:00 pm (CST) Friday, September 2nd will qualify. |
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Top Teams Program $10,000+ *Teams that have raised at least $2,500 1:00 pm (CST) Friday, September 2nd will qualify. |
Day of Experience: Resources & Activities
On-Site ActivitiesStop by the AFSP Store for merchandise, pick up beads at the Honor Bead tent, and more! |
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Honor BeadsHonor Beads will be available on-site to show your connection(s) to the cause. |
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Why We Walk WallThe wall is a place to remember a loved one with a message or photo as well as honor yourself or a loved one.
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Top Teams - Thank You! |
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Thank you participants, volunteers, donors, and sponsors for your support! Together, we can fight suicide.