American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

It's time we talk away the dark. Suicide is a topic that hides in the shadows. All too often it goes unaddressed, even when we may sense someone is struggling. It’s time we shed some light on this leading cause of death.

ICYMI: Our 62 Days of Summer challenge is back! Who’s ready to participate? Anyone attending an upcoming #OutOfTheDarkness Community Walk is welcome to join. Raise $250+ by August 21 to receive an AFSP hat for Walk day! Get started at afsp.org/62Days

AFSP thanks the @FCC for today’s vote to require georouting for texts. Soon, texts to 988 will be connected to local crisis centers based on the person’s general location rather than area code, the same as for calls. Read: fcc.gov/document/fcc-a… #AFSPadvocacy

Tune in and hear from the founders of leading Black mental health organizations for a conversation about the unique mental health and suicide prevention challenges and solutions in Black and African American communities on July 30 at 3 p.m. ET. Register: facebook.com/share/173zGvDu…

Stigma not only cost Jocelyn's brother's life, but also made sharing his story a barrier she had to overcome. "For generations, we’ve been taught to keep it private, to 'toughen up' or 'pray it away,' but ultimately carry the weight alone." Read: afsp.org/story/fighting…

A reminder that you are strong for: 💙 Seeking mental health support 💙 Asking for help 💙 Being vulnerable — with yourself and others

It's been 1 month since the Overnight Walk, and we couldn't be more grateful for the over 1,600 Walkers, Crew, Volunteers, and Staff that joined us.💙 This year, you raised 3 million dollars in critical, lifesaving funds that support our mission. Thank you!

Alaka'i shares their memorable experience at AFSP's Advocacy Action Day and how they connected this opportunity to their passion for data. Read: afsp.org/story/using-da… #AFSPadvocacy

Not registered yet for an Out of the Darkness Walk? It’s not too late to join the 62 Days of Summer challenge! Visit afsp.org/62days to sign up today!

If you're struggling today, there is support and help available.💙 You can call 988 or text TALK to 741741. You are not alone.

We’re proud to be selected for #TheStarbucksFoundation #NeighborhoodGrants, thanks to local @Starbucks partners in our communities.💙

It's not too late to share your input for our Long-Term Survivors of Suicide Loss Summit! What topics or activities would be meaningful to you? Share your suggestions below.

Today, the 988 LGBTQ+ support line was shut down. The general @988Lifeline remains open, but this dedicated, affirming support is gone. Thanks to the bipartisan Congressional leaders, including @RepMikeLawler, who spoke at today’s press conference. Read: davids.house.gov/media/press-re…

We're always looking for ways to make our Overnight Walk better. If you participated in our 2025 NYC Overnight Walk, please complete our survey that was emailed and texted to all registered participants. The survey will be closing soon and we want to hear your feedback!

"I think the most important thing if you're [a] LGBTQ young person and you're having a hard time, [is that] there's help, there's hope, there's people who care," said AFSP's CEO, Robert Gebbia, on the national LGBTQ+ youth suicide lifeline closure. Read: mashable.com/article/988-pr…

AFSP’s Long-Term Survivors of Suicide Loss Summit returns ONE YEAR TODAY, July 16–19, 2026 in Baltimore, MD. A space for connection, healing, and growth for those further along in their grief. We're planning now — share topic ideas you’d like to see below! #LivingOurStory

We already miss you! Let's take a look back on our 30th Overnight Walk in NYC.