New York City Walk

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Welcome to the Out of the Darkness New York City Walk!  

10/22/2023

View Guide to the NYC Walk

 

 

Event Details

Date:  Sunday, 10/22/2023
Location:   Pier 17 - Seaport District, New York, NY
Check-in Time:   10:00 am
Walk Start Time:   11:30 am

Walk Length:  3 Mile Loop

Contact Us:

Walk Chair:  Salina Sabri, 646-284-5790, salinaafsp@gmail.com
Staff Contact: Samantha Remulla (she/her), sremulla@afsp.org

Click here or scroll below for answers to our Frequently Asked Questions.

 


The New York City Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives of those we love.

Every dollar raised allows AFSP to invest in life-saving research, education, advocacy, and support for those impacted by suicide.

If you're looking for support and/or resources, please visit www.afsp.org/get-help and www.afsp.org/resources.

 


Fundraise to Help #StopSuicide

Become a Sponsor

Sponsorship shows your community and employees that your business cares about preventing suicide.

Contact salinaafsp@gmail.com and sremulla@afsp.org to become a sponsor today!

 

Individual Rewards

Raise $150+ by 10/22/2023 and receive the official Walk t-shirt, as well as qualify for our other Recognition Rewards!* 

*These incentives are based only on INDIVIDUAL fundraising.

 

Top Teams Rewards

Become a Team Captain and encourage your team to reach our fundraising milestones below to qualify for rewards!

Be sure to visit our Team Central to help you get started on fundraising!

 

 


Make a Raffle Basket!

We invite you all to create a gift basket that we will raffle off at the Walk! All the money collected from your basket will go towards your fundraising.

 

Did your loved one enjoy baking? Create a basket with baking utensils, a box of cake mix, and an apron.

Was your loved one a huge movie fan?  Do a basket with different popcorn, 2 movie theater tickets, and candy.

Are you walking for yourself?  What do you love to do? Make a basket that represents you!

 

Include your team members or loved ones! Ask them to each contribute an item to the basket. All we ask is that you let us know what type of basket you will be doing.
We can't wait to see what creative baskets you come up with! 
 
Don't know where to start? Check out our Top 10 Fundraising Tips to begin!

 


Spread the Word!

Promote the Walk

We need your help raising awareness! Please complete our Walk Materials Request Form so we can provide you with promotional materials like the flyer below, free of charge.

 

Share on Social Media

Follow us on social media @afspNYC and share why you walk! 

Download graphics to share on social media.

 

Create a FB Fundraiser

FB Fundraisers are a great way to spread awareness and support your fundraising. Be sure to do it through your DonorDrive account, or it will not connect to your page.

 

 


Pre-Walk Activities and Resources

View the Guide to the NYC Walk
On-Site Activities

Stop by the AFSP Store for merchandise, visit the photo booth, and more!

 
Honor Beads

Honor Beads will be available on-site to show your connection(s) to the cause.

 
Hope & Healing

Share messages of hope and remembrance.

 

We are so grateful to have Pier 17's Tin Building offering a 10% discount to all NYC Walkers on 10/22! The Tin Building will then donate the 10% towards the NYC Walk. Check out all the restaurants and stores that the Tin Building has to offer here!

 


FAQs

When and where is the event taking place?
The roughly 3-mile walk is taking place on 10/22/2023 at Pier 17.


Is there a fundraising minimum?
No, but we encourage each participant to raise at least $150 to receive the official Walk t-shirt! Check out our full list of fundraising rewards below, for both individual walkers and teams.


If I raise enough money, will my whole team get a shirt?
No. The shirts are only given to individuals who raise $150. If your whole team wants a shirt, each member must raise $150.

 

Is there a registration fee?
No, there is no registration fee to participate.

 

How do I register and set up my personal fundraising page?
If you need help logging into or setting up your fundraising page, click here to watch a step-by-step guide.


How do I make an offline donation?
To send a donation by check, please complete this form and send it with your check to the address provided. Donations will be accepted through 12/31/2023.

 

Can I volunteer at the Walk?
Yes! To help with planning, please fill out our Walks Committee Application. To help on the day, please fill out our Day-of Volunteer Application.

 

Are dogs allowed at the Walk?
Yes - friendly, leashed dogs are welcome! We will have a tent and watering station for your pup. Join our Paws for Prevention team to meet and fundraise with other dog-lovers also dedicated to suicide prevention!

 

For additional questions, email salinaafsp@gmail.com and sremulla@afsp.org.

 


Did you know there's an app that makes it even easier to raise funds and receive updates? Click below to get started!

     

 

We are grateful to our participants, volunteers, donors, and sponsors for their support! Together, we can save lives and bring hope.

Scroll down to find our full list of amazing sponsors! Want to show your community and employees that your business cares about suicide? View the benefits available in our Sponsorship Packet.


If you or someone you know is in a crisis, dial 988 or text TALK to 741-741