American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Hi, I'm Kyle and some of you may may know me as Blade_BossEDC. I've expiernced death by suicide first hand. 15 years ago this year (2025) my brother decided to take his own life, thinking it was a better option than reaching out and saying he needed help. I understand this to a certain extent. I know what it's like not to feel like life is worth living anymore. I myself struggled with addiction and mental health issues for alot of my own life. Thankfully I was never able to fully achieve suicide.

Since my brother took his life I've had a very strong respect for life and how precious it truly is. I've been able to maintain 9 consistent years of sobriety and mental health stability as I continue to grow.

In honor of my brother Ryan AND the 15th year anniversary of his decision I hope and pray we together can raise 2,000$ to donate to the AFSP.

I fully support them and their mission. I also plan on doing the out of the darkness suicide prevention and awareness walk here in Chicago in 2025.

I'm also growing my hair to donate it to locks of love on June 30th 2025 because my brother loved to have long hair, and I myself have never actually grown it out.

I hope we can achieve this goal together and that I can help bring a little bit awareness to mental health and suicide prevention.

Thank you! I would appreciate it if you could share this with anybody to help bring awareness.

The Cranesong Project is a suicide prevention awareness project through the the legend of the 1000 paper cranes and the wish to spread love to those who need it most. The current goal is for me to fold the 1000 paper cranes before summer 2025 comes to a close, while raising money for the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention. I hope you’ll join me on this journey and contribute what you can to help make a difference in our world :)

This is just a modest, individual fundraiser during the month of May – Mental Health Awareness Month. I (Taylor) will be running 49 miles during the month to honor the 49,000+ deaths by suicide in 2023, as reported by the CDC (the latest available data). All funds raised will go directly to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), a leading nonprofit for this effort.

This is the second year for this fundraiser, which raised $282 toward the cause in 2024.

Since January, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) suffered staffing/funding cuts before being disbanded, the LGBTQ+ youth suicide hotline was removed from the federal budget in a recent proposal, and threats to Medicaid funding continue. Mental health services and resources are in dire need of support during unprecedentedly uncertain times.

Please consider a donation to the cause. The goal posted is entirely arbitrary. Keep in mind that GoFundMe will take 2.9% + $0.30 (per donation) of all donations. If you’d rather contribute through a channel other than this GoFundMe to avoid the fee, my Venmo is @trlehman23, and I’ll send a receipt to each Venmo donor at the end of the month, to prove your donation made it to AFSP.

I’ll post updates of my running progress throughout the month, and if you’d like to join in the running, please feel free!

More facts regarding mental health and suicide prevention:

Thank you!

Isaac and I are running our first-ever marathon together—the Lake Placid Marathon on June 7th! We're both running to support a cause that's incredibly close to our hearts: the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Mental health struggles and suicide have personally impacted both of our lives, and we want to do something meaningful to help others. Every dollar raised goes directly toward providing essential resources, support, and hope to those who need it most.

Thanks so much for your support!

– Jeff & Isaac

Hey y’all!! For my birthday this year I have decided to start a gofundme in order to raise money for suicide prevention. I have a passion for mental health, and after losing someone to suicide I want to make a change. All donations go straight to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention!! Let’s end the stigma around mental health!

Hi! For those of you who don't know me, I am Lucas Livermon. I am a professional cyclist living in Cary, NC.

May is Bike month and it is also Mental Health Awareness month. Every 43 seconds someone dies by suicide. My goal is to ride for at least 43 hours, over 7 days, to raise money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Mental health and suicide are issues that I have struggled with for a large portion of my life. My hope is not only to raise money for a great organization but also to hopefully start some conversations and bring more awareness to mental health. All donations go directly to the non-profit. I hope you follow along to hear about my journey and why I think mental health awareness is so important. #stopthestigma

Watch my progress on Strava

See updates on Instagram

Want to join me in making a difference? I'm raising money to benefit American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide.

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Supporting American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Our mission is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies: -Funding scientific research -Educating the public about mental health and suicide prevention -Advocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention -Supporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide

Suicide prevention is important for saving lives. Proceeds from our efforts will support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). AFSP provides resources, education, and support for those in need. Together, we can make a difference and help those struggling.

Our Alpha Kappa Psi pledge class is coming together to support a cause that's very close to our hearts—we’re raising $6,000 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and providing hope through education, research, and advocacy. Every donation, big or small, will help fund essential programs that make a real difference. Thank you so much for your support and for helping us make a positive impact in our community!

I’m running 13.1 miles this week in memory of my cousin Christian.

Christian died by suicide in 2012. He had a heart bigger than most, a spirit that made people feel seen, and a deep, soulful love for music.

One of his favorite sayings was:

“Music is to me what air is to you.”

That’s why I chose the Nashville Rock N’ Run—a race filled with rhythm and energy—to honor him. It just feels right.

I’m dedicating this half marathon to Christian and raising money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) through their Out of the Darkness campaign.

Every dollar donated goes toward suicide prevention research, education, and crisis support—so that more people get the help they need, and fewer families have to experience this kind of loss.

This one goes out to Christian.

To the people we’ve lost.

To those still fighting.

And to everyone carrying memories and meaning with them, mile after mile.

If this resonates with you, please donate, share, or just keep Christian in your thoughts this weekend.

Let’s bring hope out of the darkness.

—Kane Eden

(Running the Rock N’ Run Half Marathon – 04/26/2025)

#RunForChristian #MusicIsMyAir #OutOfTheDarkness #AFSP #RockNRun #MentalHealthMatters #MilesForHope

UPDATE

I just wanted to take a moment to say a sincere thank you to everyone who supported my half marathon fundraiser for suicide prevention.

Together, we raised $1,315 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) — and I’m beyond grateful for every single person who donated, shared the link, sent a message, or simply encouraged me along the way.

This wasn’t just a race. It was a way to honor the memory of my cousin Christian, and to support a cause that impacts far more people than we often realize.

The messages, personal stories, and unexpected kindness I received throughout this journey meant more to me than I can ever put into words.

Every dollar raised has been donated directly to AFSP to support their work in suicide prevention, education, and advocacy.

Thank you all for helping turn this idea into something real. You reminded me how powerful community can be — and how much good we can do when we come together for something that matters.

Hi everyone,

My name is Madison Birge. This year, I’m honored to run the Boston Marathon in memory of a dear family friend, Christian Brixius, who tragically passed away from suicide on September 17, 2024. Christian was a kind, generous, and loving soul who touched the lives of everyone he met. He had a deep passion for sports and was a dedicated soccer and basketball player who gave his all both on and off the field.

In his name, I’m raising funds for the American Suicide Awareness Foundation to help prevent tragedies like this and support mental health awareness. I invite you to join me in this cause.

If you’re able, please consider donating to contribute in his honor. Together, we can make a difference.