Lansing / Capital Area Walk
Join us on September 21, 2024
Register Now Donate Lansing / Capital Area Walk InformationDate: 09/21/2024 Register today! Click the button above to get started. |
Walk Route:
The walk will begin at Adado and circle past Jackson Field and the State Capitol offering several spots for team pictures along the route!
ALL WALKERS ARE ASKED TO OBEY TRAFFIC LAWS AND REMAIN ON THE SIDEWALK! There will be volunteers located along the walk route to ensure everyone remains safe.
A half way station with drinks and snacks will be located at the corner of Cedar St. and Michigan Ave.
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. Follow AFSP MI Chapter on Facebook Be sure to keep an eye on our Facebook event page for updates on what festivals and events you will see us at! Share your fundraising page and post about the Lansing / Capital Area Walk using the #OutoftheDarkness hashtag.
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Sponsorship OpportunitiesSponsoring the Lansing / Capital Area Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health. Reach out to Liz Baker at ootdlansing@gmail.com for more.
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VolunteerEvent Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the Lansing / Capital Area Walk a success. Send an email to ootdlansing@gmail.com to submit a volunteer application.
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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 09/21/2024 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 09/21/2024. 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? People friendly, leashed dogs are allowed. Please be courteous and clean up after your pet.
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? That information is posted closer to Walk Day. For additional questions, please email ootdlansing@gmail.com. |
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