08/28/2026
On September 8, WPAOG invites the Long Gray Line to participate in From the Darkness to the Light from wherever you are.
Grads, families, cadets, and those serving around the world are encouraged to unite before sunrise in their own way, through a walk, hike, run, or moment of reflection, to demonstrate one promise: You Are Not Alone.
The date, 9/8, reminds us of 988, the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, and the importance of knowing where to turn when we or someone we care about need help.
This annual visible expression is about reaching across classes, communities, and generations. It is a reminder that leadership does not end when we take off the uniform. It continues in the way we care for one another.
Before, during, or after your walk, consider checking on a classmate, encouraging a fellow veteran, supporting a surviving family, or starting a conversation about wellness. Explore VA support resources, Buddy Check tools, and the SAVE training here: https://bit.ly/4qCREze
Walk with us from wherever you are. Share your photos or videos with AOG and help remind the Long Gray Line: You Are Not Alone.