AFSP Idaho
Across Idaho, we’re building a community where no one has to face suicide alone. Together, we create connection, inspire hope, support those affected by suicide, and help save lives.
About the AFSP Idaho Chapter
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Idaho Chapter is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide through education, advocacy, research, and community support.
From our cities to rural communities, we're working alongside volunteers and community partners to bring suicide prevention education, resources, and hope to people across Idaho.
Bring AFSP to Your Community!
AFSP offers FREE suicide prevention education programs and resources for schools, workplaces, businesses, and community organizations.
Interested in hosting a program or inviting AFSP to share resources at your next event? We'd love to connect!
REQUEST A PROGRAM OR EVENT PARTICIPATION
Volunteer with AFSP Idaho
Make a difference in your community! Whether you're interested in supporting events, sharing suicide prevention resources, or taking on a leadership role, there's a place for you at AFSP Idaho.
Suicide Prevention Resources
Looking for mental health and suicide prevention resources for yourself, a loved one, or your community?
Explore helpful information, support services, and resources available across Idaho.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Chapter contact
[email protected] Tammy English
AFSP Director of Small Chapter Development
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779-351-9583 Emma Laney (Bilingual/Bilingüe)
Manager, Small Chapter Programming
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475-208-8973
Upcoming events and activities
Featured Programs
About AFSP
Learn about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and our mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.
Talk Saves Lives™
Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention is a community-based presentation that covers the general scope of suicide, the research on prevention, and what people can do to help save lives.
Confronting Suicide in the Construction Industry
Bechtel and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention partner to prevent construction worker suicides.
Healing Conversations:
Personal Support for Survivors of Suicide Loss
Healing Conversations gives survivors of suicide loss the opportunity to speak with volunteers, who are themselves loss survivors.
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
Each year, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention supports hundreds of large and small events around the world, in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience.
Publications from our Research
The following are publications that acknowledge the support of AFSP's research grants divided by year of publication.
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Stories and updates
AFSP Idaho Chapter Newsletters
Explore past AFSP Idaho Chapter newsletters featuring suicide prevention programs, community events, volunteer opportunities, and chapter updates from across Idaho.
Hard Hat Courage Builds Momentum Across Idaho's Construction Industry
AFSP Idaho's volunteer-led chapter expands Hard Hat Courage through partnerships with Okland Construction, Betacom, and CompuNet, bringing suicide prevention education to workplaces across Idaho.
2026 Treasure Valley Walk Raises Over $60,000 for Suicide Prevention
AFSP Idaho's 2026 Treasure Valley Out of the Darkness Walk brought together 895 participants and 93 teams, raising $60,795 for suicide prevention. Thank you to our walkers, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners for bringing hope to Idaho!
Building Hope: AFSP Idaho Partners with Okland Construction to Bring Suicide Prevention to the Workplace
AFSP Idaho partnered with Okland Construction and Ryan Price to bring Hard Hat Courage suicide prevention presentations to more than 200 construction workers in September 2026.
Industrial Fasteners Institute Supports Suicide Prevention in Idaho with $10,000 Gift
The Industrial Fasteners Institute donated $10,000 to AFSP Idaho following a golf event in Coeur d’Alene, supporting suicide prevention education and awareness across the state.
Raise money for a chance to win!
Raise money for a chance to win!
2023 State Capitol Day - Register Today!
Idaho State Capitol Day will take place at the Capitol in Boise on Thursday, February 23, 2023. Details and registration coming soon! Contact [email protected] with questions and/or interest in getting involved. Sign up here to become an AFSP advocate: https://afsp.org/become-a-suicide-prevention-public-policy-advocate
Miss Idaho USA 2023's Continued Support of AFSP
Miss Idaho USA 2023's Continued Support of AFSP
Meet the Idaho Chapter board
Meet the AFSP's Idaho Chapter Board of Directors
Advocates Gather in Boise to Be the Voice for Suicide Prevention
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States and the eighth leading cause of death in Idaho.
Suicide Prevention Advocates to Visit Boise
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, and it remains the eighth leading cause of death in Idaho.