Special Guest Alert: Mr. Met is Joining Us at the East End Walk!
We’re excited to announce that Mr. Met will be making a special appearance at our East End Out of the Darkness Walk on Sunday, September 21st between 9 and 10 AM!
Bring your friends and family to say hello, snap a photo, and walk for a cause that brings hope to so many. With Mr. Met joining us, it's sure to be an unforgettable day of community, connection, and support.
Don’t miss it—register today and walk with us to fight suicide.
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Important Update: New Date for the Paws for Prevention Walk!
We’re excited to share that the Paws for Prevention Walk on Long Island has a new date! Mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, November 1st for a fun-filled day celebrating our furry friends while raising awareness and support for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
The change of date gives us even more time to plan an unforgettable event for walkers and their pups. Stay tuned for more details on activities, vendors, and special surprises coming your way!
We can’t wait to see you and your four-legged companions on November 1st.
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Community Resources Spotlight: Survivor Support Group for Teens
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The Christopher A. Coluccio Foundation and The Neighborhood House have partnered together to offer a support group for teenage suicide loss survivors. The group will consist of an 8-week session beginning in Fall 2025 on Mondays from 7-8:30 pm and is open to teens ages 14-19 who have lost a family member or friend to suicide. See the flyer below for more information about registration. |
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We offer several free programs for suicide prevention, suitable for your workplace, school, faith-based center, health group, and more. Please fill out our Program Request Form to bring one of these free programs to your community! |
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Want to get more involved with AFSP Long Island?
We have a wide variety of ways to get involved! Learn more about volunteering with us: |
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Questions about volunteering? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Katrina Zendrain, at afsplongisland@gmail.com. Ready to get involved? Fill out a volunteer application today to get started: |
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Click on each event image to learn more/register for event! |
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Planning a fundraiser for your team and want it highlighted in our newsletter, social media, or posted on our upcoming events calendar? Let us know! Reach out to Katie, our Programs Manager, with more info about your event at kmercer@afsp.org |
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Ride to Fight Suicide
September 6, 2025
Deer Park to Levittown
Registration: 8;30 AM
Kick Stands Up: 10:45 AM
Join us for our second annual motorcycle Ride to Fight Suicide on Long Island! The ride begins at Miller's Ale House in Deer Park and ends at Miller's Ale House in Levittown. Registration is $25/person (includes breakfast and a patch). WBLI and WBAB will be at both locations! Sponsorships available! |
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Long Island Bills Backers Opening Night
September 7, 2025
Instant Replay Sports Bar
Huntington Station, NY
Game time: 8:20 PM
Join the Long Island Bills Backers for opening night of the NFL season to cheer on the Buffalo Bills as they take on the Baltimore Ravens and raise money for AFSP! 50/50, Raffles, and bucket specials! Scan the QR code or click the image to donate!
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Texas Roadhouse: Dine to Donate
September 15, 2025
Texas Roadhouse
289 Middle Country Road, Selden, NY
Support AFSP on Dine to Donate night at Texas Roadhouse! Click the image to show the flyer and 10% of your total food purchases on September 15th will be donated to AFSP.
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Live for Life: Music for Mental Health
September 18, 2025
US Brews
109 Mill Dam Road
Centerport, NY
Event time: 5:30 - 10:00 PM
Join Team BEEM for Life at US Brews in Centerport for an evening of live music by R&R! Event will feature auction items, raffles, 50/50, vendors, and cigars. 10% of all food and drink sales will be donated to AFSP. Please RSVP to Denise Berns at 516-527-8985.
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East End Walk
September 21, 2025
Smith Point County Park, Shirley, NY
Check-In: 8:30 am
Event Start Time: 10:00 am
Registration is open! Gather your friends and family and register your team today to join us on the East End for our Out of the Darkness Walk!
Sponsorships available!
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A Charitable Evening with The Psychic Sisters
October 7th, 2025
The Warehouse, Amityville, NY
Event Time: 6:45-9:00 pm
Tickets: $75 per person
Join Team Shane for A Charitable Evening with The Psychic Sister, Linda & Jolene. Event will feature a 50/50 raffle and free entry for gift raffle. Individual readings are not guaranteed. Please see image for ticket purchasing details.
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Casino Night
October 23, 2025
Memorare Hall
2183A Jackson Ave, Seaford, NY
Doors open: 7:00 PM
Admission: $90
*Must be 21 or older to attend
Join team Live Like Lexi for a Casino Night! Texas hold'em, black jack, roulette, and craps for fun & prizes only! Raffles and 50/50 awarded in cash. Full buffet & open bar! Your $90 ticket is redeemable for $200 of play money at the door. Additional chips available for purchase. Ticket deadline: October 17, 2025. Click the image for more info.
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Long Island Walk
October 26, 2025
Jones Beach Field #5, Wantagh, NY
Check-In: 8:30 am
Event Start Time: 10:00 am
Registration is open! Gather your friends and family and register your team today to join us at Jones Beach for our Out of the Darkness Walk on Long Island!
Sponsorships available!
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Paws for Prevention Dog Walk
November 1, 2025
Belmont Lake State Park
West Babylon, NY
Registration begins: 9:00 am
Event time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Jones Beach does not allow for dogs during our Long Island Walk, so we've created a walk specifically for our furry friends! Join us in November with your pup for our Paws for Prevention dog walk at Belmont Lake State Park! Sponsorships available!
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