American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Massachusetts Chapter

07/16/2026

Today marks the 4th anniversary of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Since its launch on July 16, 2022, 988 has made it easier for people across the United States to connect with trained crisis counselors during moments of mental health distress, emotional crisis, or thoughts of su***de.

This anniversary is an opportunity to recognize the counselors, advocates, healthcare professionals, and organizations working every day to expand access to compassionate, lifesaving support. It’s also a reminder that knowing about 988—and sharing it with others—can make a meaningful difference.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health, substance use, or suicidal crisis, call or text 988 to connect with support 24/7.

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06/05/2026

What an incredible day at Fenway Park!

A huge thank you to the Red Sox Foundation for the amazing invitation to bring Boston Area Walk participants out for an unforgettable experience. Not only did we get to take in a Red Sox game, but we had the privilege of learning CPR right on the field — alongside none other than Wally the Green Monster himself!

And if that wasn't enough, we got an up-close look at all four Red Sox World Series trophies. Seeing those in person is something our participants won't soon forget.

Events like this remind us how powerful it is when community organizations come together to make a real difference — combining fun, education, and heart (literally!) in one remarkable afternoon.

Thank you, Red Sox Foundation, for your generosity and commitment to the Boston community. We are so grateful. ⚾🏆

05/29/2026

171 hikers. $40,000+ raised. One beautiful day on Wachusett Mountain.

We are so proud of everyone who showed up for the Construction Hike for Hope. This industry shows up for each other on the jobsite and on the trail.

Thank you to every hiker, sponsor, and volunteer who made this day possible. The mission continues.

HardHatCourage.com | 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988

05/11/2026

☀️ The forecast is in and it's PERFECT hiking weather for Construction Hike for Hope this Sunday, May 17th at Wachusett Mountain! Pack your sunblock and shorts — it's going to be a beautiful day to climb for a cause that matters. 🧡

⚠️ NOT REGISTERED YET? Don't wait — sign up NOW at afsp.org/maconstruction and join us on the mountain this Sunday!

Every step you take helps fight su***de in the construction industry. Raise $150 and pick up your event tee shirt on hike day!

👉 Register today at afsp.org/maconstruction

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05/07/2026

Check out the trail map for the Construction Hike for Hope and start getting excited, the views are going to be worth every step.

A huge shoutout to for their silver sponsorship and a special nod for leading the charge as our highest fundraising team! 👏 Bond is proving that the construction industry doesn't just show up — it leads the way.

But the leaderboard is still open — who's going to register, rally their team, and take the top spot? There's still time to sign up and make your move! 💪

🗓 Sunday, May 17th | Wachusett Mountain, Princeton, MA
📅 Check-in: 10:00 AM | Opening Ceremony: 11:00 AM

Register now at afsp.org/maconstruction — the trail is waiting!

05/06/2026

🚡 BIG NEWS — Meet Our Skyride Sponsor! 🚡

We are thrilled to announce that Utility Contractors' Association of New England Inc.-UCANE is the official Skyride Sponsor of the 2026 Construction Hike for Hope at Wachusett Mountain!

Thanks to UCANE's incredible support, participants can enjoy a 20-minute round trip Skyride up the mountain and back taking in the views and soaking in the moment before we lace up and hit the trail together.

UCANE has long been a champion for the construction industry, and their commitment to this event speaks volumes about the culture we are building together — one where mental health matters and no one suffers in silence.

🗓 Sunday, May 17th | Wachusett Mountain, Princeton, MA

Register today: afsp.org/maconstruction

05/05/2026

Bring the whole family, including the dog.

The Construction Hike for Hope is May 17th at a full day of hiking, celebrating, and standing up for mental health in the trades.

On the trail: Scenic hike with accessible trail options for all abilities. Hydration stops sponsored by along the way, plus photo props and picture-perfect moments scattered throughout the route. Leashed dogs welcome!

After the hike: BBQ, lawn games, and craft beer from and .

Kids zone: Coloring books, mini hard hats, and candy courtesy of All States Materials Group.

Raffle prizes: Win 4 reserved seats to a Worcester Red Sox game this summer, or an overnight stay in a Deluxe Queen Suite at Great Wolf Lodge (a $500 value!).

Construction has one of the highest su***de rates of any industry. Every step on that mountain and every dollar raised funds the programs changing that.

Come for the hike. Stay for the BBQ. Leave knowing you made a difference.

Register your team today 👇
afsp.org/maconstruction

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05/05/2026

Bring the whole family, including the dog.

The Construction Hike for Hope is May 17th at a full day of hiking, celebrating, and standing up for mental health in the trades.

On the trail: Scenic hike with accessible trail options for all abilities. Hydration stops sponsored by along the way, plus photo props and picture-perfect moments scattered throughout the route. Leashed dogs welcome!

After the hike: BBQ, lawn games, and craft beer from and .

Kids zone: Coloring books, mini hard hats, and candy courtesy of All State Materials Group. 👷‍♀️🎨

Raffle prizes: Win 4 reserved seats to a Worcester Red Sox game this summer, or an overnight stay in a Deluxe Queen Suite at Great Wolf Lodge (a $500 value!).

Construction has one of the highest su***de rates of any industry. Every step on that mountain and every dollar raised funds the programs changing that.

Come for the hike. Stay for the BBQ. Leave knowing you made a difference.

Register your team today 👇
afsp.org/maconstruction

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I'm raising funds for American Foundation for Su***de Prevention! Please support me and/or walk with me by clicking the link below. Thank you!

04/24/2026

The Construction Hike for Hope is more than a hike, it's a day for the whole family.
Join us on Sunday, May 17th at Wachusett Mountain for an event that brings our industry together in the most meaningful way.

This year, we're making it a full day of fun:
🎉 Children's activities
🍖 BBQ
🎵 Music
🐾 Dog friendly
…and more

Because building a culture where no one suffers in silence starts with showing up together.
Every step you take supports life saving mental health research, education, and programs tailored specifically for the construction industry.

👷 Register your team today and bring the whole crew. 🔗 afsp.org/maconstruction

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04/18/2026

For 38 years, Ed served as an orthodontist in Montclair — getting to know thousands of patients and their families, celebrating their milestones, and sharing in their sorrows. Over those decades, he witnessed firsthand how su***de can shatter a family. Those losses never left him.

It was his daughter-in-law — facing her own mental health challenges — who first introduced Ed to the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention. "I am eternally grateful," he says simply.

This April, Ed is taking that gratitude to the streets of Boston.

Running the 2026 Boston Marathon with Team AFSP, Ed has set a goal as meaningful as the race itself: raise $26,200 — one dollar for every one of the 26.2 miles.

It's an ambitious goal. And it's exactly the kind of commitment AFSP's life-saving work deserves.

AFSP funds research, education, and crisis support that helps prevent su***de and support those left behind. Your donation — whatever the amount — brings Ed closer to his goal and helps bring hope to those who need it most.

Support Ed's run. 💙

👉 https://www.givengain.com/project/edward-raising-funds-for-american-foundation-for-su***de-prevention-117593

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