Walk With Us

The Coffee County Out of the Darkness Community 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 and care about.

By registering for the walk on September 16, 2023, you are joining a strong community united in an effort to fight suicide while showing up for yourself, recognizing and honoring those you love, raising awareness, educating communities, supporting one another, and sharing hope.

Every dollar you raise through the Belmont Walk allows AFSP to invest in life-saving research, education, advocacy, and support for those impacted by suicide.

Walk Date: 09/16/2023
Walk Location: Rotary Park - Manchester, TN
Event Begins: 9:30 am
Event Ends: 1:00 pm

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

Contact Information

Contact Name: Deidra K Goins 
Contact Phone: 931-273-5763
Contact Email: deidragoins@gmail.com

When and where is the walk?

The Coffee County Walk will take place on September 16, 2023 at Rotary Park in Manchester, Tennessee. Registration and pre-walk activities begin at 9:30am and the Opening Ceremony will begin at 10:45am.

Rotary Park Address:
557 N. Woodland Street, Manchester, TN

Where should I park?

There is ample parking available on site at the Manchester Recreation Center. If you need additional parking, there are spaces available at Fred Deadman Park, located 1/10th of a mile from Rotary Park. If parking at Fred Deadman, please follow the greenway signs to walk to the event.

Are dogs allowed at the walk?

Yes! We allow friendly, leashed dogs to participate in the walk. 

Are restrooms available?

Yes, there are restrooms available in the Manchester Recreation Center. 

Is there a registration fee or fundraising minimum?

No, there is no registration fee to participate. AFSP does not have a fundraising minimum,  but we strongly encourage each participant to set a $150 fundraising goal to help support our work to stop suicide and receive the official walk t-shirt!

Can I donate via check?

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 12/31/23.

Become a Sponsor

Sponsoring the Coffee County Walk shows the community and your employees that your business cares about mental health and suicide prevention. Sponsor the 2023 Coffee County Walk and help us #StopSuicide today.

Fundraise to Help #StopSuicide

When you raise $150 by 09/16/2023* you'll receive the official Out of the Darkness Walk t-shirt!

*In addition to fundraising online, you will be able to turn in additional cash or check donations on-site.

Create a Team

It's more fun to walk together! Gather friends, family, co-workers, classmates, and neighbors to walk with you on 09/16/2023.

Share on Social Media

Share your story, post photos, invite others to join you or donate to your fundraising efforts. Social media is a powerful tool!

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @afsptn, and don't forget to use #afsptennessee

Volunteer at the Walk

Volunteer with us! Volunteers are needed for set-up, registration, parking, wayfinding, and more! Contact Deidra Goins to get involved today: deidragoins@gmail.com

AFSP Store

Stop by the AFSP Store to purchase hats, stickers, t-shirts, and more! Wear your AFSP swag and show the world you support suicide prevention.

Honor Beads

We all wear honor beads - each color shows our personal connection to the cause, and helps us identify other who understand our experience. 

Why I Walk

Show Belmont why you walk by bringing a photo of a loved one and sharing a message of hope and healing.