Bronx Walk

Join us on October 15, 2023

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Welcome to the Out of the Darkness

Bronx Walk  

10/15/2023

*** We Walk RAIN OR SHINE ***
Please check the weather and dress appropriately. Bring umbrellas or ponchos if necessary.

Event Details

Date: 10/15/2023

Location: Lehman College, Bedford Park Blvd W & Goulden Avenue, The Bronx, NY

Check-in Time: 10:00 am

Walk Start Time: 11:00 am

Contact Information

Walk Chair: Dionne C. Monsanto, 917-818-0542, dionneafspnyc@gmail.com

Preferred methods of communication are text or email. Be sure to scroll below for answers to our Frequently Asked Questions.

The Out of the Darkness Bronx 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.

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.

Register to Walk with Us!

Returning participant? Thank you for being a Walk Alumni! When you click the register button be sure to click the blue Login link under "Been Here Before?"

Having trouble registering?  Click here to watch a step-by-step guide. See FAQs below if you have any questions.

If you’ve already registered and would like to either create a new team or join an existing one, log into your account and click on the “change team membership” option on the right hand side of your dashboard tab (on mobile you’ll need to click “dashboard” first). View this video tutorial for more help.

There's now an app to make it even easier to raise funds and receive updates!

Click below to get started!

     

And don't forget about all the ways you can FUNdraise!

 

Ways You Can Help

Volunteer at the Event

Event Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers are always needed! To help with planning, please fill out our Walks Committee Application. To help on the day of the event, please fill out our Day-of Volunteer Application. Thank you!

 

Become a Sponsor

Sponsoring the Bronx Walk shows your community that your business cares about preventing suicide. Check out our Sponsorship Packet to see the benefits available and contact dionneafspnyc@gmail.com to become a sponsor today!

  
Fundraise to Help #StopSuicide

$150+ - Raise $150 by 10/15/2023 and receive official Out of the Darkness Walk t-shirt, as well as qualify for our other Recognition Rewards!*

*Donations can be made to a team on a whole, but the above incentives are based only on INDIVIDUAL fundraising. 

 
  
Team Corner

Become a Team Captain

Team Central

Top 10 Tips & To-Dos

Create a FB Fundraiser through your account or it will not connect to your page! 

 

Promote the Walk! 

Follow us on social @AFSPNYC and share why you walk with your community!

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

 

FAQs

How long is the Walk?
The walk is 2.1 miles long (5000 steps).


Is there a fundraising minimum?
No, but we encourage each participant to raise at least $150 to receive the official Walk t-shirt, as well as qualify for our other Recognition Rewards!* 


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.

 

Can I register at the Walk?
Yes! You can register in-person at the Walk from the time check-in begins until the walk starts. 



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?
No, not at this venue.

 

For additional questions, please contact Dionne C. Monsanto, either by email at dionneafspnyc@gmail.com or by text at 917-818-0542.

 

 

Day-of Experience: Resources & Activities

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.

 

Register by clicking the button at the top of the page.

 

Thank you participants, volunteers, donors, and sponsors for your support! Together, we can save lives and bring hope.

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