Partner/Sponsor Out of the Darkness Walks
May 22, 2026 – 1 min read
Community Walk Sponsor
The fight against suicide can make you a hero. It is more important than ever to support mental health, and we invite you to join our movement to prevent suicide. By partnering with you, the Western PA will be able to reach and serve more people through our life saving programs and resources.
Why Support the Out of the Darkness Walk
Raise Awareness: It helps to shine a light on the issue of suicide and mental health, encouraging open discussions
that can reduce stigma
Community Engagement: These events bring people together, fostering a sense of community and support among
participants, survivors, and those affected by suicide
Fundraising: Sponsoring a walk raises funds for vital research and programs that can make a direct impact on our
mission
Education: Walks include information about warning signs, resources, and ways to help, empowering participants with knowledge they can share
Promote Hope: By participating, sponsors show solidarity with those struggling and send a powerful message that
recovery is possible and that help is available
Inspire Action: Sponsoring such an event can motivate others to get involved, creating a ripple effect that enhances
mental health support in the community
Impacts our Local Community: We continue to work with Western PA in suicide prevention through local programming in our communites and supporting multiple research grants at UPMC.
Overall, it's an opportunity to make a positive difference and promote a culture of care and support.
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) leads the fight against suicide. Funds raised will be used to fund innovative research, develop and implement educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support local suicide loss initiatives.
I look forward to discussing our chapter engagement opportunities and activation benefits with you in more detail, schedule a meeting with me Suzie Cook: 412-510-9514 be sure to leave a voicemail.
Click below for the 2026 Walk Pittsburgh Sponsorship Package. Sponsorships can be tailored to each individual business to accomodate the needs of a mutally beneficial partnership.