Established:
1987
Mission:
“To save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.”
Serving Our Community:
Research Funding: AFSP is the largest private funder of suicide prevention research. AFSP invests in cutting-edge research to deepen our understanding of suicide, enhance prevention efforts, and create lifesaving interventions.
Educational Programs: AFSP offers educational initiatives, including training programs like “Talk Saves Lives,” which provides information on suicide prevention, warning signs, and how to help someone in crisis.
Survivor Support: AFSP offers vital resources and compassionate support for individuals impacted by suicide loss. Our Healing Conversations program and International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day provide safe spaces for healing and connection.
Advocacy: AFSP works with lawmakers and organizations to promote mental health policies and funding for suicide prevention at the local and national level
Leadership:
Indiana Chapter Board of Directors
Tammy Lundy
Christine Turo-Shields
Anne Boyko
Adam Jackson
Kylie Knezevich
Katie Whipple
Robin Chalmers
Emma Goers
Lisa Thibault
Christy Heitger-Ewing
Indiana Chapter Staff
Kelsey Aaron, Executive Director
Brandon Puszkiewicz, Programs Manager
Kylie Hagarty, Special Events Manager
Other Ways to Help:
• Become a Sponsor: Support an Indiana Out of the Darkness Walk or an AFSP program to help expand our reach and impact across the state.
• Join Us: Walk alongside others in an Out of the Darkness Walk to raise awareness and show your commitment to preventing suicide.
• Get Trained: Attend an AFSP suicide prevention training and equip yourself to identify warning signs while sharing lifesaving AFSP resources with your local community.
• Volunteer Your Time: AFSP is a volunteer-powered organization, and your time and talents help drive our mission forward.
• Organize a Fundraiser: Support our mission by hosting a fundraiser to fuel AFSP’s vital work. Your contributions will directly fund crucial research, advocacy, education, and support services for individuals and families impacted by suicide.
• Become a Mental Health Advocate: Become a vital part of a large grassroots movement of people who are speaking out for suicide prevention and mental health at all levels of government.
