StRides Against Suicide & Overdose

Strides Overview

We are addressing a critical issue that affects countless lives in our community. Our mission is to provide essential mental health and substance abuse treatment to those who need it most. Did you know that 42% of adults with a mental illness report being unable to access the care they need due to cost?  Our solution is to fund that treatment. Profits from the StRides Against Suicide and Overdose will be used to provide scholarships for mental health and substance abuse treatment for clients who are uninsured or cannot afford treatment. We partner with LPA Counseling to award these scholarships in Northwest Indiana.

For six years, StRides Against Suicide & Overdose has been at the forefront of this mission. With your support, we’ve provided treatment sessions for nearly 100 individuals who otherwise could not afford care.  One veteran, reflecting on their journey, shared, “…chances are that without [StRides Against Suicide & Overdose], I would not be here today…” This powerful testimony highlights the life-changing impact of our work and the critical need for support. Through the funds raised at our event, we will continue to offer scholarships for those in need and hope to expand the scholarship to more and more people.

StRides Against Suicide & Overdose is hosting a 5k Run/Walk and 10, 40, 60 and 100 mile bike rides to raise funds for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment for those in Northwest Indiana that are in need and cannot afford the treatment.

Your involvement is vital to our success. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in reducing the heartbreaking rates of suicide and overdose!

Thank you for being apart of this important mission.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Remembering Salvador Mujica- Scholarship:                                                                                                                 

This year, Salvador was a dedicated participant in our 100-mile bike ride event. His tragic loss has profoundly impacted our community.  Salvador was hit and killed while riding by a driver experiencing a medical emergency. His commitment to our cause and his vibrant spirit will always be remembered. In his honor, StRides Against Suicide & Overdose is establishing an annual scholarship in his name.  This scholarship will support individuals in Northwest Indiana who need mental health and substance abuse treatment but cannot afford it.

Thank you for joining us in remembering Salvador and continuing his legacy of compassion and support.

Click here to be apart of this scholarship

Importance

• Of all adults with a mental illness, 42% said they couldn't receive the care they needed because they couldn't afford it.
• Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death amongst 15–34 year-olds in Indiana.
• In 2023, CDC's National Center for Health Statistics indicate there were an estimated 107,543 drug overdose deaths in the United States.
• The annual U.S. suicide rate increased 30% between 2000 and 2020.
• From 2010 to 2020, the suicide rate in Indiana increased by over 40%, highlighting a significant public health concern in Indiana.

➡️ To see the impact of our work, we invite you to check out the testimonials on our website. 🌟

 ➡️ We also invite you to see the impact of our work and check out photos from previous years as well.📸🎆

Ready to Make a Difference? Sign Up Today!

Your time and talents are invaluable to us. Click the link below to join our volunteer team and help create an unforgettable event!

Click here to sign up as a volunteer!

100% of all registration fees and donations will go to scholarships

Receive a FREE tee, scrumptious lunch, and enjoyable music - all on us!

All participants are eligible for raffle drawings to win a $25 gift card

Make a Life-Changing Impact: Become a Sponsor Today!

Imagine being the reason someone gets the help they need, the reason a life is saved from the devastating grip of suicide or overdose. At StRides Against Suicide & Overdose, that’s exactly what your sponsorship can do.

By becoming a sponsor, your business will not only gain visibility in the community but also play a crucial role in addressing one of the most pressing issues of our time. Join us in this mission, and together, we can create a brighter, healthier future for our community.

Every dollar you contribute goes directly toward funding mental health and substance abuse treatment for individuals who can't afford it. These aren’t just numbers—these are lives, families, and futures forever changed because someone like YOU stepped in when they needed it most.

Don’t just stand by—be part of the change. Become a sponsor today and help us save lives!

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