Foundation of Hope

10/06/2026

💜 Our Survivors of Su***de Loss Support Group resumes tonight.

If you have lost a loved one to su***de, you do not have to walk this path alone. Join us for a safe, understanding space to connect with others and find support.

✨ Free to attend
🍽️ Dinner provided
🗓️ Tonight—Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 5:30–7:00 p.m. CT
📍 Capital Area Counseling Service
2001 Eastgate Avenue, Pierre

You are welcome whether your loss was recent or many years ago. Speaking is never required—your presence is enough. You are also welcome to bring a friend or support person.

💬 Please message us if you have questions or would like more information.

10/05/2026

A beautiful way to honor and remember those we’ve lost. 💜

Tegan’s Light will be decorating a Christmas tree at the South Dakota State Capitol this holiday season in memory of those who have died by su***de. Families and loved ones are invited to submit a name and dates to be included on an ornament on the tree.

Submissions are due November 14. 🎄

Thank you to Tegan’s Light for creating such a meaningful opportunity to carry the memory of our loved ones with us through the holiday season. 💜

We are setting up a Tegan’s Light Christmas tree this year at the SD State Capitol! To add your loved one’s name to an ornament on the tree, visit teganslight.org!💜🎄🩵

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10/02/2026

🧡 September may be over, but su***de prevention doesn’t stop when the month ends.

Every day is an opportunity to check in, listen without judgment, share resources, and remind someone that they are not alone. A conversation, a moment of connection, or simply showing up can make a difference.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Support is available 24/7.

Hope is here—and we will keep carrying it forward together. 🧡

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09/25/2026

🔶 In-Kind Sponsor Spotlight 🔶

A heartfelt thank-you to Cowboy Country Stores and Dakotamart Of Pierre, Fort Pierre and Martin for supporting the 2026 Walk of Hope!

Their generous donations of bottled water, bananas, and snacks helped us provide refreshments for everyone who joined us to walk, remember, support, and carry hope forward.

We are grateful for community partners who help care for our participants and make events like the Walk of Hope possible. Thank you! 🧡

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09/24/2026

🧡 2026 Walk of Hope: A Light That Carries 🧡

On Saturday, September 12, our community gathered at Hyde Stadium to remember those we have lost, support those who are struggling, and carry hope forward.

This album captures moments from a meaningful morning filled with remembrance, connection, courage, and hope. Thank you to everyone who walked with us, shared their stories, volunteered, supported the event, and reminded our community that no one is alone.

📸 Photo credit: Todd Thompson Photography and Paula Tronvold

Were you there? We would love to see the moments you captured, too! Please share your pictures in the comments below. 🧡

09/24/2026

09/23/2026

🔶 Community Supporter Spotlight: Sorelle Studio 🔶

A heartfelt thank-you to Sorelle Studio for supporting the 2026 Walk of Hope!

Throughout September, Sorelle Studios is donating $10 from every sauna session to the Walk of Hope. There is still time to schedule a session, practice a little self-care, and support su***de prevention efforts in our community.

We are incredibly grateful to Sorelle Studio for helping us carry forward a message of remembrance, connection, healing, and hope. 🧡

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09/23/2026

🔶 Community Supporter Spotlight: Dairy Queen-Pierre 🔶

A heartfelt thank-you to Dairy Queen for supporting the 2026 Walk of Hope through its Round Up campaign!

There is still time to help—stop by Dairy Queen and round up your purchase through the end of September. Every contribution helps the Foundation of Hope continue sharing messages of remembrance, connection, healing, and hope throughout our community.

Thank you, Dairy Queen, and everyone who has already rounded up in support of this important work! 🧡

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09/21/2026

🔶 In-Kind Sponsor Spotlight: Larkspur Landing Event Center 🔶

A heartfelt thank-you to Larkspur Landing Event Center for supporting the 2026 Walk of Hope as an in-kind sponsor!

Their generous assistance helped provide the tables needed for our event stations, remembrance activities, T-shirt sales, refreshments, and community resource partners.

We are grateful for community partners like Larkspur Landing who help make the Walk of Hope possible and join us in carrying forward a message of remembrance, connection, and hope. 🧡

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09/18/2026

Good morning Pierre and Fort Pierre! ☀️

The Foundation of Hope will be at Drifter’s Bar & Grille today as The 437 Project makes its way through our community on its 437-mile run across South Dakota for su***de prevention.

We’re especially excited to be there cheering on and supporting our local runner, Katlyn, as she takes part in this incredible journey! 💙

Come out from 4:00–5:00 p.m. at Drifter’s Bar & Grille to show your support for Katlyn and all of this year’s runners, hear from special guest Nathan Harmon, and connect with others who share a commitment to su***de prevention and mental health awareness.

We’d love to see our Pierre/Fort Pierre community show up for Katlyn and The 437 Project. Bring a friend and join us! 💛🏃‍♀️💙