Northeast Michigan Walk

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Northeast Michigan Walk Information

Date: 09/14/2024
On-Site Registration Starts: 9:00 am
Program Starts: 10:30 am
Location: Lakeside Park, Rogers City, MI
Contact: Jane Trestain (she/her)
Contact Phone: 517-795-5360
Contact Email: rogerscityootd@gmail.com

Register today! Click the button above to get started.


Upcoming Events

  • We will be at the Dancing Hippo July 4th and 5th in Onaway
  • We will be at the Nautical Festival August 2nd-4th in Rogers City
  • ATV Group Ride Fundraiser at the Lewiston Fun Ones Adventure Club
    Saturday, August 31st from 10:00 am-6:00 pm. ATV Ride, Auction and 50/50 raffle.
  • Rakish Fundraising Concert Saturday November 23rd at 7:00pm, Cheboygan Opera House in Cheboygan Michigan

Make an Impact

Fundraise

Register! There is no fee or fundraising minimum. Share your fundraising page link social media, via text, or by email.

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Become a Team Captain

On average, team captains recruit 74% of the people who attend a non-profit Walk.

Captains are essential!

BECOME A CAPTAIN

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Walk Alumni

Thank you for joining us again this year! When registering, please click the blue link under "Been Here Before?"

The fields below that are for creating new accounts.

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Promote the Walk

Follow the @OOTDWalks accounts on Facebook and Twitter.

Join the Northeast Michigan Event on Facebook!

Share your fundraising page and post about the Northeast Michigan Walk using the #OutoftheDarkness hashtag.

Use this flyer in the community to spread the word!

 

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsoring the Northeast Michigan Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health.

Reach out to Jane Trestain (she/her) at rogerscityootd@gmail.com for more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Volunteer

Event Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the Northeast Michigan Walk a success.

Send an email to rogerscityootd@gmail.com to submit a volunteer application.

Facebook

Creating a Facebook Fundraiser through your AFSP DonorDrive account is easy! Do not create a fundraiser through Facebook directly.

Sharing a Facebook Fundraiser on Instagram will not connect with your fundraising page.

T-Shirts

Individually raise $150+ by 09/14/2024 for an Out of the Darkness Walk t-shirt at the event.

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FAQs

Is there a registration fee?

There is no registration fee or fundraising minimum to participate.

We strongly encourage each participant to set a $150 fundraising goal to help support AFSP's work to stop suicide and receive the official walk t-shirt!

 

If I raise enough money, will my whole team get a shirt?

The event shirts are only given to individuals who raise $150 by 09/14/2024.

If your whole team wants a shirt, each member must raise $150

 

How do I make an offline donation?

To send a donation by check, please complete the Offline Donation Form and send it with your check to the address provided.

Offline Donation Form

 

Are dogs allowed?

Yes. Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome at the Northeast Michigan Walk.

 

How do I change my team status?

If you're already registered and looking to create a new team or join an existing one, simply log into your account and click "change team membership".

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Can I register at the Walk? 

You can register or donate in-person at the Walk by scanning a QR code. Walk donations are accepted until December 31st.

 

 

 

Where can I find information on parking, the route, and the venue?

That information is posted closer to Walk Day. For additional questions, please email rogerscityootd@gmail.com.


Walk Day Activities

On-Site 
  • Vendors representing community resources
  • Kids activities
  • WATZ Shannon Roeske
  • Henna Tattoo's 
  • Food Trucks
  • L Rose Dance Studio will perform at 10am
     
 
Honor Beads

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

More About Honor Beads

 
Hope & Healing
  • Memorial Tent for remembrance and healing. Bring a photo of your loved one to place in the Memorial Tent.
  • Make a small flower bouquet in their memory.
  • HOPE Tent for uplifting messages of hope
  • Rock painting

 


If you or someone you know is in a crisis, dial 988 to reach the 988 Lifeline or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741-741.