Zia Larson's Ray of Light Foundation

12/27/2025

Resources and help are available.

Caregivers often say the same thing: “I just needed someone who understands.”

That’s exactly who you’ll find when you contact the NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine.

Our trained specialists are caregivers themselves. They know the worry, the late nights, the confusion, the hope, and the exhaustion.

If you’re feeling unseen or overwhelmed, connection can make a real difference.

📞 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), press “4”
💬 Text Family → 62640

You’re not alone, and you deserve support from someone who’s been there. Learn more at nami.org/family.

12/27/2025

12/27/2025

This season, we’re reminded that light shows up most beautifully in the moments we choose each other.

To every family, community, and supporter walking alongside us in mental health awareness, advocacy, and healing—we see you, we honor you, and we are grateful for you.

May your holidays be filled with peace, compassion, connection, and gentle joy.
And may the year ahead bring brighter days, honest conversations, courageous care, and a world with more understanding and equity for every mind.

We wish you and your family a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa and a Happy New Year!

Thank you for helping us carry the light forward.

With love,
Zia Larson Ray of Light Foundation✨🌟💫




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12/02/2025

Today, your Giving Tuesday gift continues that legacy. It fuels programs, supports families, and keeps Zia’s spirit alive in the most meaningful ways.

Thank you for shining with us… and for helping us carry this light into the next decade. 🌟 - https://mailchi.mp/20673624d912/httpswwwclassyorggive656307donationcheckout

12/02/2025

On this Giving Tuesday, we pause to look back… all the way to 2016, when our very first walk-run began with a small group of people who believed that healing — real healing — is both an art and a science.

What started as a single event in Zia’s honor has grown into a decade of connection, courage, and community. Over the years, you’ve walked with us, stood with us, and carried this mission forward — lighting the way for families navigating mental health challenges, grief, and hope.

And now, as we prepare to celebrate ten years in 2026, we’re filled with gratitude for everyone who has shared their stories, donated, volunteered, and helped this foundation become a beacon of light.

Today, your Giving Tuesday gift continues that legacy. It fuels programs, supports families, and keeps Zia’s spirit alive in the most meaningful ways.




Thank you for shining with us… and for helping us carry this light into the next decade

12/02/2025

On this Giving Tuesday, we pause to look back… all the way to 2016, when our very first walk-run began with a small group of people who believed that healing — real healing — is both an art and a science.

What started as a single event in Zia’s honor has grown into a decade of connection, courage, and community. Over the years, you’ve walked with us, stood with us, and carried this mission forward — lighting the way for families navigating mental health challenges, grief, and hope.

And now, as we prepare to celebrate ten years in 2026, we’re filled with gratitude for everyone who has shared their stories, donated, volunteered, and helped this foundation become a beacon of light.

Today, your Giving Tuesday gift continues that legacy. It fuels programs, supports families, and keeps Zia’s spirit alive in the most meaningful ways.




Thank you for shining with us… and for helping us carry this light into the next decade

10/11/2025

🕯️ Be Kind to Your Mind 🕯️
Your mental health deserves the same care and attention as your physical health.
Rest when you need to. Talk when you’re hurting. Reach out when the darkness feels heavy — because you are never alone. 💛

Let’s keep shining light on conversations that save lives.
Together, we can build a world where compassion and connection guide the way.

10/11/2025

✨ World Mental Health Day 2025 ✨
Today, we honor the courage it takes to speak up, reach out, and keep going.
Mental health is health — and every conversation brings more light into the world. 💛

Let’s continue breaking the stigma, supporting one another, and creating communities of hope, compassion, and understanding.

09/16/2025

For 9 incredible years your support and participation in the Zia Larson Ray of Light Foundation Walk/Run has encouraged and inspired people across the country! The 2025 campaign raised over $16,500 for education, awareness, and art therapy programs. We are breaking the cycle of silence by talking about “the elephant in the room”, reducing stigma, connecting people with community and raising awareness for mental health recovery.
Thank you!

Donate:
https://www.classy.org/give/685477/ #!/donation/checkout

09/13/2025

Thank you to all that came out today and made this day a HUGE success!

There’s still time to donate and be a light for others!

https://www.classy.org/give/685477/ #!/donation/checkout

09/12/2025

ONE MORE DAY to🌟Walk, Run, Talk, Heal! 🌟Walk with us in the morning and talk and share in the evening! Register today for the 9th Annual Walk Run starting at 10 AM or the Gathering of Light Symposium at 6 PM!

09/10/2025

🌟 Lace up your shoes and join us this Saturday for the Zia Larson Ray of Light Foundation Walk/Run!

🗓 Saturday, September 13
🕙 10 AM – 12 Noon

Together, we WALK, TALK, and HEAL — raising awareness, reducing stigma, and shining light on mental health.

✨ Register today or make a donation to support this powerful movement:

https://www.classy.org/event/2025-zia-larson-ray-of-light-walk-run/e685477