Run for Hope: Support AFSP in Memory of Kymberly and Noah

I'm excited to share that I'll be running the 2024 Chicago Marathon with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to honor the memory of my mother, Kymberly, and my partner’s brother-in-law, Noah.

My mother’s death on April 12, 2015, and Noah’s recent passing on February 23, 2024, have profoundly shaped my life and highlighted the urgent need for suicide prevention and mental health support. Through learning how to navigate grief as a young person, I had to find hope. Running was my solace during the darkest days of my grief, and now I’m aiming to help raise awareness and support for AFSP's mission.

AFSP is at the forefront of suicide prevention efforts, working to break the stigma around mental health issues and providing essential support to those affected by suicide loss.

I’m committed to both training for the marathon and fundraising to advance AFSP’s mission. My goal is to raise $1,800, with any additional funds going toward travel expenses. Your generous donation will directly contribute to AFSP’s initiatives, helping save lives and offer hope to those struggling.

If you’d like to honor someone special, please include their name with your gift, and I’ll run in their memory. Thank you for your support and for helping make a difference in the fight against suicide.

-Morgan Watkins