Poppy's Run For Life

🏃‍♀️ Poppy's Run For Life

To honor those who have died by suicide and those who are forever affected by suicide, the 3rd annual Poppy's Run For Life will be held on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

💖 Benefiting Organizations

• Proceeds: All proceeds from the run will be donated to the suicide prevention and awareness programs and services at Alexander JFS and the Montrose Center.
• 501(c)3 Charity: Poppy’s Run for Life is recognized as a 501(c) 3 charity by the IRS.

👩‍👧 About the Founder

Caryn Honig is the founder and director of Poppy's Run For Life. Caryn's father and grandfather both died by suicide, forever changing her life as well as the lives of family, friends and loved ones. They are not alone.

📈 The Impact of Suicide

• Rising Statistics: Suicide is on the rise and is a leading cause of death in the US with 45,979 deaths in 2020.
• Frequency: This is about one death every 11 minutes.
• Broader Effect: The number of people who attempt or think about suicide is even higher.
• Community Impact: Suicide affects the health and well-being of surviving family, friends, co-workers, loved ones and the community.

🤝 Join the Cause

Please join in supporting the efforts to increase prevention, education and awareness so that those suffering with a mental illness will seek help.

🔗 Event Details

For more information, visit: Poppy's Run For Life.