Finding Hope Suicide Prevention 1-Mile Walk

Event Overview

Our 2nd Annual Finding Hope Suicide Prevention 1 Mile Walk is on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at LSUE Campus in Eunice, LA.

Purpose of the Event

The Finding Hope Suicide Prevention 1 Mile Walk is a community-focused event about creating connection and finding hope as it is dedicated to raising awareness, honoring lives, and supporting those impacted by suicide and mental health challenges.

• Inclusive Gathering: Welcomes participants of all ages who are family, friends, and supporters of this cause.
• Encouragement: You'll find encouragement, meaningful moments of reflection, and a shared sense of purpose along the walk route.
• Community Impact: Proceeds help fund prevention efforts, such as education presentations and creating local resources.
• Previous Success: In 2025, we had nearly 400 participants and raised over $14,000.00.

Community Education Commitment

We committed to offering community education on suicide prevention throughout 2026.

• Presentations: Talks on suicide prevention to local churches, organizations, businesses, and schools.
• Training: Preparing certified Mental Health First Aiders in the community.
• Feedback: Participants expressed, "This is needed in our community."
• Future Goals: We aim to expand our reach and impact with raised funds.

Services to be Added

With the money raised in 2026, we'll be adding the following services:

• Training: Continued suicide prevention trainings.
• Support Groups: Offer grief support for families of loved ones who have died by suicide.
• Educational Groups: On mental health topics such as anxiety, depression, parenting, trauma, and coping strategies.

Schedule of Events on Walk Day

• 8:00 AM: Registration for Walk-Ups Sign In for Pre-registered Participants
  • Opening Welcome and Kickoff Speech
  • Moment of Reflection and Worship Music
  • Presentation of Finding Hope Bracelets and Bubble Exercise
  • 1 Mile Walk Begins
• 10:00 AM: Visit Vendor Booths and Community Resource Tables
  • Educational Breakout Workshops
    • Warning Signs of Suicide
    • Demonstration on Having the Difficult Conversation
    • Learning Effective Coping Strategies and Finding Hope
  • Families of Survivors Sharing Stories
  • Recognition and Appreciation
• 11:30 AM: Closing Remarks and Call to Action

Call to Action

Join us as we walk toward Finding Hope together—one step at a time—in support, for healing, and into a future where no one has to struggle alone. "One life lost to suicide is one life too many."

For more information, visit the race's official page: Finding Hope Suicide Prevention 1-Mile Walk.