John and Diane O'Kelly and some Newcastle Systems employees teamed up with the "Flannel Friends" team in the North Shore Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention in Newburyport. We walked in loving memory of a dear friend of the team and joined thousands of other teams across the country to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.
Flannel Friends was the highest fundraising team for the North Shore Walk, raising nearly $9,000 for suicide prevention. The team was recognized at the start of the walk and lead the walkers throughout this meaningful event.
Out of the Darkness Walks are organized by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. They take place in cities nationwide. In their Community, Campus and Overnight Walks, those affected by suicide - and those who support them - raise awareness and much-needed funds, strongly sending the message that suicide can be prevented, and that no one is alone.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: https://afsp.org/
Out of the Darkness Walks: https://supporting.afsp.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=cms.page&id=1370
