East End Long Island Walk
Join us on September 22, 2024
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East End Long Island Walk InformationThe Walk Takes Place Rain or Shine!Date: 09/22/2024 Register today! Click the button above to get started. Smith Point County park is a dog friendly venue, and the walk route will accommodate both strollers and wheelchairs. The Route loops around from the parking lot, onto the boardwalk. We loop around several times to complete a 3 mile walk, however, you can stop at any time to make it shorter. Fundraising Reward! Earn a customized photo sign to honor/support a loved one to be displayed along walk route.Raise $1,000 as a team (or individuals not on a team) by August 13th, and you will be given the opportunity to design a custom sign showing why you walk. Signs will be displayed along the walk route, and will be yours to keep after the walk. To have a sign created ( fundraising totals will be verified before sign is ordered) complete form and upload photo HERE Attention Local Businesses and Individuals! Here's a unique opportunity to sponsor "A Piece Of The Walk" Want to support our efforts and show the thousands of participants that you/your business care about Mental Health? We have a unique opportunity for you to sponsor "A Piece Of The Walk" starting at only $250. Teams can approach local businesses to purchase a sign and have funds applied to their team fundraising. To learn more and/or purchase a Piece Of The Walk, click HERE. Calling all High School and college students looking for community Service Hours. We have multiple ways for you to earn community service hours, and you can start RIGHT NOW. click HERE to find out more information. |
Make an Impact
FundraiseRegister! 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 CaptainOn average, team captains recruit 74% of the people who attend a non-profit Walk. Captains are essential! |
Walk AlumniThank 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 WalkFollow the @OOTDWalks accounts on Facebook and Twitter. Share your fundraising page and post about the East End Long Island Walk using the #OutoftheDarkness hashtag.
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Sponsorship OpportunitiesSponsoring the East End Long Island Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health. Reach out to Carrie Aronson at caronson@afsp.org for more.
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VolunteerEvent Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the East End Long Island Walk a success. Send an email to caronson@afsp.org to submit a volunteer application. |
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-ShirtsIndividually raise $150+ by 09/22/2024 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 09/22/2024. 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.
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Are dogs allowed? Yes, this is a dog friendly venue!
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". |
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.
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Where can I find information on parking, the route, and the venue? There is plenty of parking and you WILL NOT be charged for attending the event. For additional questions, please email caronson@afsp.org. |
Walk Day Activities
On-SiteCheck out the merchandise tent, photo booth, and resource tables. |
Honor BeadsComplimentary Honor Beads will be available on-site to show your connection(s) to the cause. |
Hope & HealingShare messages of hope and remembrance. |