Walk With Us

The Nashville 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 Sunday, October 29, 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 Nashville Walk allows AFSP to invest in life-saving research, education, advocacy, and support for those impacted by suicide.

Walk Date: 10/29/2023
Walk Location: Centennial Park - Nashville, TN
Registration & Pre-Walk Activities Begin: 12:00 pm
Walk Begins: 2:00 pm
Event Ends: 4:00 pm

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

Contact Information

Walk Co-Chairs: 
- Brenda Williams-Denbo, 615-497-3288, afspbrendawd@gmail.com
- Angelynn Edwards, angelynnedwards@gmail.com
- Lina Budesa, afsptnlina@gmail.com

When and where is the walk?
The 1 mile walk is taking place on October 29th at the Centennial Park Event Pavilion. Registration and pre-walk activities begin at 12pm and the Opening Ceremony will begin at 2pm.

Where should I park?
There is free parking throughout Centennial Park. To park close to the event site, park along Park Plaza or in the HCA Healthcare Building 3 parking lots.

Are dogs allowed at the walk?
Yes! We allow leashed dogs to participate in the walk. Therapy dogs will also be on site to provide extra comfort to Walkers.

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!

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 12/31/23.

Is the walk accessible to those with limited mobility and sensory friendly?
Yes, we hope everyone will be able to participate in the Nashville Walk. There is handicapped and limited mobility parking located directly next to the Event Center Pavilion. The walk route is a one-mile, flat, paved path and we have identified an alternate route for those who would like a shorter walk.

The walk is sensory friendly and there will be no loud noises or flashing lights.

Become a Sponsor

Sponsoring the Nashville Walk shows the community and your employees that your business cares about mental health and suicide prevention. Become a sponsor and show Nashville your are together with us to stop suicide.

Volunteer at the Walk

It takes a large group of volunteers to make the Nashville Walk a success! We're looking for people to help with set up, registration, activity tables, break down and more. If you have any questions, please contact Nashville Walk Volunteer Coordinator Lina Budesa: afsptnlina@gmail.com.

Create a Team

It's more fun to walk together! Gather friends, family, co-workers, classmates, and neighbors to walk with you on 10/29/2023.

Promote the Walk in Your Community! 

Download the walk flyer here to share with businesses, apartment buildings, etc. in your community.
 

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

Fundraise to Help #StopSuicide

When you raise $150 by 10/29/2023* 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.

Art Therapy

We've partnered with local non-profit Your Heart on Art to offer healing art therapy and a space to express yourself with creativity and color. 

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

Children's Gizmo Read-Along

Join AFSP volunteers for a children's story time! We'll be reading Gizmo's Pawesome Guide for Mental Health and talking about how to take care of one another.

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.

Kid's Corner

Be sure to stop by the Kid's Corner for children's art activities, Gizmo Story Time and other child-friendly activities!