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For [Mental Health Awareness Month]([link removed]), AFSP is focusing on the topic of [resilience]([link removed]), and has set an ambitious goal to raise a Million in May. Our organization runs entirely on contributions from the public, including people just like you. When you make a gift to AFSP, no matter how small, you help us continue our scientific research, public policy and advocacy efforts, suicide prevention education, loss support programs, and so much more.
As a trained facilitator for both Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention in the LGBTQ+ Community and L.E.T.S. Save Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention for Black and African American Communities, Virginia Chapter volunteer LaKeitha Phillips knows firsthand the importance of prevention education programs:
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"The LGBTQ module of Talk Saves Lives has a special place in my heart because my mother, as well as many friends of mine, identify as members of the LGBTQ community. I knew that within that context, having an African American ally with lived experience would ease the way for those in attendance, and provide the opportunity for open dialogue.
There should be no fear involved in speaking about mental health and suicide. I am very proud to share my own experience with others if it helps to change even one mind or save one life. It feels so gratifying when I realize that someone has come to understand that the evidence-based prevention techniques we share in our education programs really do work. I am a living testimony to that."
You can [read LaKeitha's full story]([link removed]) in AFSP’s 2024 Annual Report, where you can also learn about the impactful work taking place across all our programs, events, partnerships, and initiatives.
It's been estimated that for every individual lost to suicide, 135 people are directly and personally affected. In recognition of this number, we ask you to consider making a gift of $135 to help us reach our goal of a Million in May. Each and every gift makes a world of difference for our mission. And thanks to funds from a generous donor and dedicated AFSP volunteer, your gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $100,000 for all donations made now through May 31.
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