We're thrilled to announce year five of our BIG 12 Days of SheSpeaks Giveaways! Once again, we will be donating a dollar for every entry (up to $1,000) to a charity chosen by our members. Thanks to all who voted!
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention aims to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. It's the largest private funder of suicide prevention research and has awarded more than $21 million in the last five years.
According to the organization's website, "Each year, suicide claims more lives than war, murder, and natural disasters combined. Yet suicide prevention doesn't receive anywhere near the funding as other leading causes of death."
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention runs various walks, including 'Out of the Darkness' in hundreds of communities across all 50 states. It aims to change the conversation about mental health and put a stop to this tragic loss of life.
Thank you, our community, for your important recommendation to donate to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention this holiday season.
You can find out more about this amazing organization and find a walk to join here.
If you are in crisis, or know someone who may need help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.
Let others know about the 12 Days of SheSpeaks charity choice. Click here to Tweet: "Let's change the conversation about suicide by supporting @afspnational with the @SheSpeaksUp #12DaysOfSheSpeaks giveaways. http://bit.ly/2DythfD"
We can't wait to give to you, give back and celebrate 12 Days of SheSpeaks!
Awesome cause
Great cause-so important!
best choice for a cause!
I am so glad this charity won. Too many lives are lost and the numbers seem to be climbing instead of declining. Thank you for caring!
I have lost friends by suicide. Glad to see SheSpeaks realizes how important this cause is.
Awesome cause
This is one that touches me, just like so many others, deeply. It is an amazing charity that does great things, like the ?Out of Darkness Walk?. Every dollar raised does goes so far and it helps many out there that need it!
Very important cause
I know the feeling all to well. Thanks for all you do
I know the feeling all to well. Thanks for all you do
My family experienced a great loss due to suicide 4 months ago. I am very grateful to see AFSP being the charity of choice. Sending love to those impacted near and far. -The Minch Family
Love while we're having fun someone else also benefits. Great idea SheSpeaks!
I am so glad to see a charity being given a place here.
If not us, then who will do it? #SHESPEAKS #SHEHEARS #SHECARES
Love this. Just read in the news about a young kid who commited suicide. It's important to spread the word.