9th Annual Mental Illness Awareness Walk
Date and Time
Saturday Oct 13, 2018
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
Saturday, October 13, 2018
Registration 8:30 am
Walk 10:00 am
Location
York Suburban Senior High School
1800 Hollywood Dr
York, PA 17403
Fees/Admission
Free registration
Vendors $25 or sponsorship
Sponsorship opportunities available
Website
Contact Information
Danielle Dennis
717.848.3784
www.namiyork.org
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Description
The walk will conclude the recognition of Mental Illness Awareness Week, October 7-13 and is a very important part of NAMI’s mission. Last year we had 200 walkers and raised over $15,000.
Much of this success was made possible because of sponsorships by local businesses and organizations. Raising needed funds is only part of the reason for the walk. Raising awareness about mental illness and decreasing the stigma surrounding it, are just as important. NAMI York County uses these funds to train employees and volunteers who then provide free education to family members, students, veterans, peers, and the general public about mental illness. NAMI believes that mental illnesses are physical illnesses that affect the brain, and with treatment, most individuals can lead a productive and happy life. For over 33 years, NAMI York County has worked tirelessly to advocate for, support, and educate people with mental illness and their families.
You can help NAMI York County carry on its mission by becoming a sponsor or making an in kind donation for this year’s walk. In kind donations are used as prizes, give-a-ways or a silent auction. You can also show support by encouraging your employees to form a team and walk with us. I hope we can count on you to support this worthy event. National Alliance on Mental Illness York County is a 501(c)3 organization. Our EIN #80-0382284.