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The latest in our work to end the tragedy of suicide:
- Supporting loss survivors through LOSS Teams
- A new date for the Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Memorial Event (formerly the Suicide Awareness Memorial Event)
- Settle into your gaming chair, lace those running shoes, and tune up your bicycle for upcoming events supporting SAVE's mission
- Get creative to help protect kids online
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Program update: LOSS Teams
SAVE is developing a new community-based LOSS Teams initiative to immediately and compassionately respond to suicide loss when it happens. The program will launch later this year. LOSS (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors) Teams of two or more volunteers who have experienced suicide loss will meet newly bereaved survivors at suicide scenes to proactively reduce isolation, combat stigma, and connect them with mental health services, counseling, and support groups.
"Our goal is to decrease the timeline it takes for survivors to receive these essential services," said SAVE Director of Education and Training Brittani Senser. "In collaboration with law enforcement and community organizations, we focus on timely outreach and postvention efforts to prevent further suicides and trauma."
The LOSS Team model was developed by Dr. Frank Campbell in 1998 after observing that it took more than four years on average for suicide loss survivors to reach out for support.
SAVE is seeking pilot cities for the program and suicide loss survivors to provide input and attend meetings every other month as part of the LOSS Teams advisory committee. If you are interested in getting involved, please email Brittani Senser at bsenser@save.org.
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Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Memorial Event
We are proud to announce the 2025 date for SAVE’s Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Memorial Event (formerly the Suicide Awareness Memorial event). This free, meaningful gathering is a tribute to those we have lost to suicide and an opportunity for survivors to connect, share their stories, find community, and engage with suicide prevention resources and efforts according to their comfort level.
Please SAVE the date:
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Mall of America, 60 E Broadway
Bloomington, MN 55425
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More events
As we ride out the remaining days of winter here in the Midwest, we look forward to an exciting season of events to educate, inspire, and rally changemakers in the work of suicide prevention. Visit save.org/events to catch all the updates and find more information on the dates listed below!
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Nearly 60 gamers representing 14 countries will return to Twitch today, February 21, as part of Save&Raid, a streaming marathon now in its fifth year raising awareness and funds for suicide prevention. Gaming will pause for panels on global crisis lifelines, innovative approaches to suicide prevention, and SAVE's work. Find the schedule at the button below. | |
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This June 12 event is about coming together as family, friends, and community, from seasoned marathoners to casual walkers. Proceeds benefit SAVE's work in education, advocacy, lethal means safety, and support for suicide loss survivors.
Run With the Herd was created in loving memory of Tim Poferl, a son, grandson, brother, uncle, friend and runner. Join the herd and make a difference. This run’s for Tim.
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Join SAVE and area cycling clubs for the 23rd Annual Tour de SAVE in Northfield, Minnesota, on Saturday, July 19. The ride supports SAVE’s mission and offers a variety of routes ranging from 7 to 57 miles, a gravel ride, and many options in between. This stalwart Midwest cycling event is for everyone, whether you’re an avid biker or a casual weekend cyclist. Tour de SAVE is a great opportunity to enjoy some scenery, get some miles on your bike, and gather with others committed to saving lives through suicide prevention. | |
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KiDS: Keep It Digitally Safe
Our work to foster safer social media continues as SAVE partners with 15 other organizations to progress the global KiDS: Keep It Digitally Safe Campaign and scholarship contest for social media warning labels. The contest encourages young people and others to design creative "labels" in a variety of mediums to raise awareness of the dangers youth face on unregulated platforms and encourage systemic change through comprehensive legislative solutions like warning labels and age-appropriate design codes.
Prizes are:
- 1st Place: $5,000 scholarship
- 2nd Place: $3,000 scholarship
- 3rd Place: $2,000 scholarship
Spread the word and submit your ideas by Friday, April 18, at keepitdigitallysafe.org. Participants may enter individually or in teams of up to five members. Submissions can include artwork, slogans, videos, and other creative media.
See where the campaign has been making waves and learn more on the KiDS news page.
Follow the campaign on Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn.
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SAVE's pioneering survivor support programming, advocacy for safer online spaces, and community-building events are just parts of our holistic approach to suicide prevention. None of it is possible without the support of donors like you.
Help us fuel common-sense digital protections for youth, reduce the devastating impact of suicide on communities and families, and empower people to support each other, seek help when needed, and eliminate the stigma of mental health and suicide.
Support our critical work and donate today at save.org/donate.
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