September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and Intact is committed to doing our part. This cause holds deep significance for many within the Intact community, especially those who have personally experienced the loss of loved ones to suicide. For the third consecutive year, Intact is honored to participate in the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Out of The Darkness Fairfax Walk on Sunday, September 29 in Farifax, VA.
Over the past six years, Intact CEO, Jesse White, has worked alongside dedicated volunteers in support of AFSP, an organization committed to raising awareness, providing critical support to those struggling, and helping families affected by suicide. “The experience has been reflective, raw, and heart-opening—one that goes beyond just volunteering to truly make a difference,” says Jesse.
AFSP offers a nationwide community for those impacted by mental health challenges and suicide, empowering them through research, education, and advocacy to act against this leading cause of death. AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and instilling hope.
Last year, Team Intact raised $9,125 for AFSP’s vital work and thirty Intact team members walked together. Intact matched the funds that were raised dollar for dollar, totaling $18,250 raised. This year, Team Intact’s goal is to raise $10,000 to support AFSP’s local Fairfax chapter, with Intact once again matching all donations to amplify impact.