The Out of the Darkness Community Walks are 3-5 mile walks taking place in hundreds of communities across the country this year, with the proceeds benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). By walking in the Out of the Darkness Community Walks, you will be walking with thousands of other walkers nationwide to raise money for AFSP's vital research and education programs to prevent suicide and save lives, increase national awareness about depression and suicide, and provide support for survivors of suicide loss. In deciding to walk you are taking us a step closer to making suicide prevention a national priority.
Westchester is not immune!
Suicide is a national health problem that takes an enormous toll on families, friends, co-workers, and communities. AFSP provides opportunities for survivors of suicide loss to get involved through a variety of educational, outreach, awareness, advocacy, and fundraising programs.
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WHO: The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Westchester Chapter
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WHAT: The 2013 Out of the Darkness Community Walk
WHERE: Saxon Woods Park & Pool; 1800 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, New York
WHEN: Sunday, October 6th 2013 Registration starts at 1 pm ~ Walk begins at 2 pm
WHY: In the United States, a person dies by suicide every 13.7 minutes, claiming more than 38,000 lives each year. This is a public health issue that does not discriminate age, gender, ethnicity, or socio-economic status.
Bill Zito: Board Chair
914-618-1024, billzito@hotmail.com
http://afsp.donordrive.com/event/westchester
About AFSP
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is the nation’s leading organization helping people understand and prevent suicide, and help heal the pain it causes. It brings together individuals from across communities and backgrounds who have been personally touched by suicide. They are the moving force behind everything we do.