🌟 AFSPNJ Board Retreat! 🌟
A weekend of reflection, strategy & goal-setting for #SuicidePrevention in NJ.
✔️ 2024 review & #AFSP25 updates
✔️ Volunteer intake & recognition
✔️ FY26 priorities & leadership planning
👏 Special shoutout to Deanna Finizio, our G.O.A.T., for crushing program goals! 💙
A weekend of reflection, strategy & goal-setting for #SuicidePrevention in NJ.
✔️ 2024 review & #AFSP25 updates
✔️ Volunteer intake & recognition
✔️ FY26 priorities & leadership planning
👏 Special shoutout to Deanna Finizio, our G.O.A.T., for crushing program goals! 💙
February 12, 2025 at 12:02 AM
🌟 AFSPNJ Board Retreat! 🌟
A weekend of reflection, strategy & goal-setting for #SuicidePrevention in NJ.
✔️ 2024 review & #AFSP25 updates
✔️ Volunteer intake & recognition
✔️ FY26 priorities & leadership planning
👏 Special shoutout to Deanna Finizio, our G.O.A.T., for crushing program goals! 💙
A weekend of reflection, strategy & goal-setting for #SuicidePrevention in NJ.
✔️ 2024 review & #AFSP25 updates
✔️ Volunteer intake & recognition
✔️ FY26 priorities & leadership planning
👏 Special shoutout to Deanna Finizio, our G.O.A.T., for crushing program goals! 💙
Celina (AFSP NJ Fundraising Manager) & Bryan (Board Member) are representing AFSP NJ at the Connecting Communities Rooted In Resilience Conference for the NJ Task Force on Child Abuse & Neglect in East Brunswick—sharing resources & support for community resilience. 💙 #AFSPNJ
October 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Celina (AFSP NJ Fundraising Manager) & Bryan (Board Member) are representing AFSP NJ at the Connecting Communities Rooted In Resilience Conference for the NJ Task Force on Child Abuse & Neglect in East Brunswick—sharing resources & support for community resilience. 💙 #AFSPNJ
AFSP NJ was at the Monmouth Co. Be S-Well Summit sharing mental health resources. Board member @BethStapleton.bsky.social also brought #SeizetheAwkward + Hope Shells to Princeton & Kenilworth schools—inviting students to spread messages of hope for our 9/20 Jersey Shore Walk. 💛 #AFSPNJ
May 18, 2025 at 1:01 PM
AFSP NJ was at the Monmouth Co. Be S-Well Summit sharing mental health resources. Board member @BethStapleton.bsky.social also brought #SeizetheAwkward + Hope Shells to Princeton & Kenilworth schools—inviting students to spread messages of hope for our 9/20 Jersey Shore Walk. 💛 #AFSPNJ
AFSPNJ Co-chair Beth Stapleton attended the Newark Board of Ed Mental Health Conference at Montclair State on March 25 as an exhibitor. 🧠🏈 The “Mind Over Matter” theme brought NFL players to inspire students to build their mental health playbook.
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April 7, 2025 at 7:01 PM
AFSPNJ Co-chair Beth Stapleton attended the Newark Board of Ed Mental Health Conference at Montclair State on March 25 as an exhibitor. 🧠🏈 The “Mind Over Matter” theme brought NFL players to inspire students to build their mental health playbook.
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🧡 Walk with us at the NJ Construction Hike for Hope!
Sun, May 31 · Registration 10AM | Walk 11AM · IUOE Local 825, Dayton, NJ
🍔 Food trucks 🎁 Giveaways 🎟 Raffles + 50/50 🧒 Kids activities 🐾 Dog-friendly
supporting.afsp.org/njconstruction
#HikeForHope #AFSPNJ
Sun, May 31 · Registration 10AM | Walk 11AM · IUOE Local 825, Dayton, NJ
🍔 Food trucks 🎁 Giveaways 🎟 Raffles + 50/50 🧒 Kids activities 🐾 Dog-friendly
supporting.afsp.org/njconstruction
#HikeForHope #AFSPNJ
April 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM
🧡 Walk with us at the NJ Construction Hike for Hope!
Sun, May 31 · Registration 10AM | Walk 11AM · IUOE Local 825, Dayton, NJ
🍔 Food trucks 🎁 Giveaways 🎟 Raffles + 50/50 🧒 Kids activities 🐾 Dog-friendly
supporting.afsp.org/njconstruction
#HikeForHope #AFSPNJ
Sun, May 31 · Registration 10AM | Walk 11AM · IUOE Local 825, Dayton, NJ
🍔 Food trucks 🎁 Giveaways 🎟 Raffles + 50/50 🧒 Kids activities 🐾 Dog-friendly
supporting.afsp.org/njconstruction
#HikeForHope #AFSPNJ
If you're reading this tonight…
We're really glad you're still here. 💙
If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available:
📞 Call or text 988
#SuicidePrevention #YouMatter #MentalHealthMatters #AFSPNJ
We're really glad you're still here. 💙
If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available:
📞 Call or text 988
#SuicidePrevention #YouMatter #MentalHealthMatters #AFSPNJ
March 23, 2026 at 1:00 AM
If you're reading this tonight…
We're really glad you're still here. 💙
If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available:
📞 Call or text 988
#SuicidePrevention #YouMatter #MentalHealthMatters #AFSPNJ
We're really glad you're still here. 💙
If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available:
📞 Call or text 988
#SuicidePrevention #YouMatter #MentalHealthMatters #AFSPNJ
AFSP NJ joined the NJALME Conference on 3/18!
Board Members Lori Jark and James Orrange presented It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health and connected with 150+ educators across NJ about supporting youth mental health. #AFSPNJ #MentalHealthEducation
Board Members Lori Jark and James Orrange presented It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health and connected with 150+ educators across NJ about supporting youth mental health. #AFSPNJ #MentalHealthEducation
March 22, 2026 at 11:40 PM
AFSP NJ joined the NJALME Conference on 3/18!
Board Members Lori Jark and James Orrange presented It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health and connected with 150+ educators across NJ about supporting youth mental health. #AFSPNJ #MentalHealthEducation
Board Members Lori Jark and James Orrange presented It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health and connected with 150+ educators across NJ about supporting youth mental health. #AFSPNJ #MentalHealthEducation
Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romantic love.
It’s about reminding every person that they matter.
You are not alone.
You are loved.
You are worthy.
You belong here.
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#AFSPNJ #YouAreNotAlone #ValentinesDay #MentalHealthMatters
It’s about reminding every person that they matter.
You are not alone.
You are loved.
You are worthy.
You belong here.
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#AFSPNJ #YouAreNotAlone #ValentinesDay #MentalHealthMatters
February 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romantic love.
It’s about reminding every person that they matter.
You are not alone.
You are loved.
You are worthy.
You belong here.
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#AFSPNJ #YouAreNotAlone #ValentinesDay #MentalHealthMatters
It’s about reminding every person that they matter.
You are not alone.
You are loved.
You are worthy.
You belong here.
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#AFSPNJ #YouAreNotAlone #ValentinesDay #MentalHealthMatters
💙 Join us on Thursday for “L.E.T.S. Save Lives” — engaging suicide-prevention talk for Black & African American communities.
🗓️ Nov 20 | 🕛 12–1:30PM ET | 📍 Zoom
🔗Register: https://afsp-nj-lets-save-lives-112025.attendease.com/
Contact: dfinizio@afsp.org
#LETSsaveLives #AFSPNJ #MentalHealthMatters
🗓️ Nov 20 | 🕛 12–1:30PM ET | 📍 Zoom
🔗Register: https://afsp-nj-lets-save-lives-112025.attendease.com/
Contact: dfinizio@afsp.org
#LETSsaveLives #AFSPNJ #MentalHealthMatters
November 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
💙 Join us on Thursday for “L.E.T.S. Save Lives” — engaging suicide-prevention talk for Black & African American communities.
🗓️ Nov 20 | 🕛 12–1:30PM ET | 📍 Zoom
🔗Register: https://afsp-nj-lets-save-lives-112025.attendease.com/
Contact: dfinizio@afsp.org
#LETSsaveLives #AFSPNJ #MentalHealthMatters
🗓️ Nov 20 | 🕛 12–1:30PM ET | 📍 Zoom
🔗Register: https://afsp-nj-lets-save-lives-112025.attendease.com/
Contact: dfinizio@afsp.org
#LETSsaveLives #AFSPNJ #MentalHealthMatters
🗓️ Join us tomorrow for Talk Saves Lives — a free, virtual introduction to suicide prevention.
📅 Nov 13 | 🕛 12–1:15PM ET
📍 Zoom
🔗 https://afsp-nj-talk-saves-lives111325.attendease.com/
Learn how to recognize warning signs + support those in crisis. 💙
#TalkSavesLives #AFSPNJ
📅 Nov 13 | 🕛 12–1:15PM ET
📍 Zoom
🔗 https://afsp-nj-talk-saves-lives111325.attendease.com/
Learn how to recognize warning signs + support those in crisis. 💙
#TalkSavesLives #AFSPNJ
November 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🗓️ Join us tomorrow for Talk Saves Lives — a free, virtual introduction to suicide prevention.
📅 Nov 13 | 🕛 12–1:15PM ET
📍 Zoom
🔗 https://afsp-nj-talk-saves-lives111325.attendease.com/
Learn how to recognize warning signs + support those in crisis. 💙
#TalkSavesLives #AFSPNJ
📅 Nov 13 | 🕛 12–1:15PM ET
📍 Zoom
🔗 https://afsp-nj-talk-saves-lives111325.attendease.com/
Learn how to recognize warning signs + support those in crisis. 💙
#TalkSavesLives #AFSPNJ
Huge thanks to volunteer Angela Gualdino for bringing AFSP NJ resources & programs to the William Paterson Mental Wellness Walk on Oct 21! 💙
A beautiful day of connection, support & breaking the stigma around mental health.
#AFSPNJ #HopeStartsWithUs
A beautiful day of connection, support & breaking the stigma around mental health.
#AFSPNJ #HopeStartsWithUs
October 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Huge thanks to volunteer Angela Gualdino for bringing AFSP NJ resources & programs to the William Paterson Mental Wellness Walk on Oct 21! 💙
A beautiful day of connection, support & breaking the stigma around mental health.
#AFSPNJ #HopeStartsWithUs
A beautiful day of connection, support & breaking the stigma around mental health.
#AFSPNJ #HopeStartsWithUs
AFSP NJ visited Mercer County Technical School in Pennington to share suicide prevention info & resources with students.
Thanks to their counselor for inviting us after meeting at NJSCA — & to volunteer James Orrange for connecting with such an amazing group! 💙
#HopeStartsWithUs #AFSPNJ
Thanks to their counselor for inviting us after meeting at NJSCA — & to volunteer James Orrange for connecting with such an amazing group! 💙
#HopeStartsWithUs #AFSPNJ
October 27, 2025 at 8:00 PM
AFSP NJ visited Mercer County Technical School in Pennington to share suicide prevention info & resources with students.
Thanks to their counselor for inviting us after meeting at NJSCA — & to volunteer James Orrange for connecting with such an amazing group! 💙
#HopeStartsWithUs #AFSPNJ
Thanks to their counselor for inviting us after meeting at NJSCA — & to volunteer James Orrange for connecting with such an amazing group! 💙
#HopeStartsWithUs #AFSPNJ
AFSP New Jersey is at the NJ School Counselor Association Conference in Somerset today & tomorrow! 💙 We're sharing resources to support student mental health and ensure every student knows help and hope are within reach. #SuicidePrevention #AFSPNJ
September 28, 2025 at 3:59 PM
AFSP New Jersey is at the NJ School Counselor Association Conference in Somerset today & tomorrow! 💙 We're sharing resources to support student mental health and ensure every student knows help and hope are within reach. #SuicidePrevention #AFSPNJ
Every $9.88 helps bring resources, education & hope 💙 to NJ communities while raising awareness of the 988 Lifeline 📞.
Support those affected by suicide—let’s keep going!
#Donate988 #988Lifeline #OutoftheDarkness #AFSPNJ
Support those affected by suicide—let’s keep going!
#Donate988 #988Lifeline #OutoftheDarkness #AFSPNJ
September 5, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Every $9.88 helps bring resources, education & hope 💙 to NJ communities while raising awareness of the 988 Lifeline 📞.
Support those affected by suicide—let’s keep going!
#Donate988 #988Lifeline #OutoftheDarkness #AFSPNJ
Support those affected by suicide—let’s keep going!
#Donate988 #988Lifeline #OutoftheDarkness #AFSPNJ
Let’s make it ripple! 🌊
This Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, you can make a difference:
✅ Donate $9.88 to your walk page
✅ Tag 9 friends to do the same
✅ Share the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 📞
Together, we can turn awareness into action and help save lives. 💙
#Donate988 #AFSPNJ
This Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, you can make a difference:
✅ Donate $9.88 to your walk page
✅ Tag 9 friends to do the same
✅ Share the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 📞
Together, we can turn awareness into action and help save lives. 💙
#Donate988 #AFSPNJ
September 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Let’s make it ripple! 🌊
This Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, you can make a difference:
✅ Donate $9.88 to your walk page
✅ Tag 9 friends to do the same
✅ Share the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 📞
Together, we can turn awareness into action and help save lives. 💙
#Donate988 #AFSPNJ
This Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, you can make a difference:
✅ Donate $9.88 to your walk page
✅ Tag 9 friends to do the same
✅ Share the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 📞
Together, we can turn awareness into action and help save lives. 💙
#Donate988 #AFSPNJ
It’s not about how much — it’s about how many. 💙
A $9.88 donation may seem small, but when our community comes together, it creates a wave of hope. 🌊
Give what you can. Share why you care.
#Donate988 #OutoftheDarkness #TogetherWeWalk #AFSPNJ
A $9.88 donation may seem small, but when our community comes together, it creates a wave of hope. 🌊
Give what you can. Share why you care.
#Donate988 #OutoftheDarkness #TogetherWeWalk #AFSPNJ
September 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM
It’s not about how much — it’s about how many. 💙
A $9.88 donation may seem small, but when our community comes together, it creates a wave of hope. 🌊
Give what you can. Share why you care.
#Donate988 #OutoftheDarkness #TogetherWeWalk #AFSPNJ
A $9.88 donation may seem small, but when our community comes together, it creates a wave of hope. 🌊
Give what you can. Share why you care.
#Donate988 #OutoftheDarkness #TogetherWeWalk #AFSPNJ
988 = more than a number – it’s a lifeline. 📞
Available 24/7, it connects people in crisis with caring counselors who listen & support.
Donate $9.88 to help raise awareness & fund life-saving programs.
#988Awareness #Donate988 #SuicidePreventionMonth #OutoftheDarkness #AFSPNJ
Available 24/7, it connects people in crisis with caring counselors who listen & support.
Donate $9.88 to help raise awareness & fund life-saving programs.
#988Awareness #Donate988 #SuicidePreventionMonth #OutoftheDarkness #AFSPNJ
September 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM
988 = more than a number – it’s a lifeline. 📞
Available 24/7, it connects people in crisis with caring counselors who listen & support.
Donate $9.88 to help raise awareness & fund life-saving programs.
#988Awareness #Donate988 #SuicidePreventionMonth #OutoftheDarkness #AFSPNJ
Available 24/7, it connects people in crisis with caring counselors who listen & support.
Donate $9.88 to help raise awareness & fund life-saving programs.
#988Awareness #Donate988 #SuicidePreventionMonth #OutoftheDarkness #AFSPNJ
In May, AFSPNJ reached 1,186 people through suicide prevention & mental health programs!
💬 6 Talk Saves Lives
🎓 4 It’s Real (HS)
🎒 2 It’s Real (MS)
👪 1 More Than Sad (Parents)
🌟 1 Finding Hope
🧠 1 ASIST
📣 2 Tabling events
Thank you to our amazing presenters & attendees who help make this possible
💬 6 Talk Saves Lives
🎓 4 It’s Real (HS)
🎒 2 It’s Real (MS)
👪 1 More Than Sad (Parents)
🌟 1 Finding Hope
🧠 1 ASIST
📣 2 Tabling events
Thank you to our amazing presenters & attendees who help make this possible
June 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
In May, AFSPNJ reached 1,186 people through suicide prevention & mental health programs!
💬 6 Talk Saves Lives
🎓 4 It’s Real (HS)
🎒 2 It’s Real (MS)
👪 1 More Than Sad (Parents)
🌟 1 Finding Hope
🧠 1 ASIST
📣 2 Tabling events
Thank you to our amazing presenters & attendees who help make this possible
💬 6 Talk Saves Lives
🎓 4 It’s Real (HS)
🎒 2 It’s Real (MS)
👪 1 More Than Sad (Parents)
🌟 1 Finding Hope
🧠 1 ASIST
📣 2 Tabling events
Thank you to our amazing presenters & attendees who help make this possible
🗓️ Just a few days away!
Learn how you can help fund life-saving mental health crisis services in NJ.
Join AFSP NJ, NAMI NJ & Inseparable on 5/20 at 12:30PM ET.
📍 Watch via NAMI NJ Facebook
✍️ Sign up: buff.ly/MI5cYwQ
#988CrisisLine #AFSPNJ #NAMINJ
Learn how you can help fund life-saving mental health crisis services in NJ.
Join AFSP NJ, NAMI NJ & Inseparable on 5/20 at 12:30PM ET.
📍 Watch via NAMI NJ Facebook
✍️ Sign up: buff.ly/MI5cYwQ
#988CrisisLine #AFSPNJ #NAMINJ
May 17, 2025 at 2:02 PM
🗓️ Just a few days away!
Learn how you can help fund life-saving mental health crisis services in NJ.
Join AFSP NJ, NAMI NJ & Inseparable on 5/20 at 12:30PM ET.
📍 Watch via NAMI NJ Facebook
✍️ Sign up: buff.ly/MI5cYwQ
#988CrisisLine #AFSPNJ #NAMINJ
Learn how you can help fund life-saving mental health crisis services in NJ.
Join AFSP NJ, NAMI NJ & Inseparable on 5/20 at 12:30PM ET.
📍 Watch via NAMI NJ Facebook
✍️ Sign up: buff.ly/MI5cYwQ
#988CrisisLine #AFSPNJ #NAMINJ
Huge thanks to Board Member @BethStapleton.bsky.social for sharing AFSP resources at the Cranford HS Wellness Event on May 1! 💙 Students and staff loved the lavender hearts and painted shells for our upcoming Out of the Darkness Walks. #AFSPNJ #HopeWalksHere #SuicidePrevention
May 6, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Huge thanks to Board Member @BethStapleton.bsky.social for sharing AFSP resources at the Cranford HS Wellness Event on May 1! 💙 Students and staff loved the lavender hearts and painted shells for our upcoming Out of the Darkness Walks. #AFSPNJ #HopeWalksHere #SuicidePrevention
📣 Exciting news from AFSP NJ!
We're thrilled to welcome Celina Mazon as our new Chapter Fundraising Manager! 🎉
She brings years of nonprofit + walk experience & a passion for community. Join us in giving her a warm welcome! 💙
#AFSPNJ #SuicidePrevention
We're thrilled to welcome Celina Mazon as our new Chapter Fundraising Manager! 🎉
She brings years of nonprofit + walk experience & a passion for community. Join us in giving her a warm welcome! 💙
#AFSPNJ #SuicidePrevention
April 15, 2025 at 1:02 PM
📣 Exciting news from AFSP NJ!
We're thrilled to welcome Celina Mazon as our new Chapter Fundraising Manager! 🎉
She brings years of nonprofit + walk experience & a passion for community. Join us in giving her a warm welcome! 💙
#AFSPNJ #SuicidePrevention
We're thrilled to welcome Celina Mazon as our new Chapter Fundraising Manager! 🎉
She brings years of nonprofit + walk experience & a passion for community. Join us in giving her a warm welcome! 💙
#AFSPNJ #SuicidePrevention