Washington DC Walk
Join us on October 19, 2024
Register Now Donate Washington DC Walk InformationDate: 10/19/2024 Event Timeline:
Location: The Lincoln Memorial & JFK Hockey Fields Register today! Click the "Register Now" button above to get started. |
Make an Impact
FundraiseRegister! There is no fee or fundraising minimum. Share your fundraising page link on 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 are for creating new accounts.
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Promote the WalkFollow @AFSPNCAC on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Follow the @OOTDWalks accounts on Facebook and Twitter. Share your fundraising page and post about the Washington DC Walk using the #OutoftheDarkness hashtag.
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Sponsorship OpportunitiesSponsoring the Washington DC Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health. Sponsor T-Shirt Deadline: 9/13/2024 Overall Sponsor Deadline: 10/4/2024
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VolunteerEvent Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the Washington DC Walk a success. If you are interested in joining the Walk's planning committee or volunteering with the AFSP National Capital Area Chapter, please complete our Volunteer Application. If you are interested in volunteering on the day of the Walk, please contact Chair.DCWalk@gmail.com. |
Facebook FundraisingCreating 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 10/19/2024 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 10/19/2024. 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! Fiendly, leashed dogs are welcome.
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 kmahoney@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. |
Thank You to our NCAC Out of the Darkness Presenting Sponsor:
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.