BLOOMINGTON ( 25News Now ) - Central Illinoisians are invited to a major suicide awareness event Saturday in Bloomington.

The “Out of the Darkness” walk starts at 11 am from Tipton Park’s north shelter.

Sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the walk welcomes all guests to build connections together.

Organizers hope people experiencing suicidal thoughts, grieving a loved one, and people just wanting to help can find and support each other while raising money for awareness and treatment.

“You recognize the people who might be standing off by themselves or not with the group. And you always see people reaching out. ‘How you doing? Is this your first time here? Can I get you anything?’ And it’s not just our staff or volunteers. It’s the other walkers,” remarked P

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