Headwaters Alliance for Suicide Prevention (HASP) will be having their Walk for Hope event on Saturday, September 26th. 

Formerly known as the Run, Walk, Skate event, A Walk for Hope is a community event dedicated to raising awareness, breaking the stigma and offering support for those affected by suicide. This event is in partnership with Bemidji State University and is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Health Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Grant.

7AM - 8AM - Registration and Check-in at Paul & Babe
8AM - 10AM - Walk (approximately 5k) starts at Paul & Babe and goes through BSU's campus and loops back to the starting point.

This year, HASP's priority population is youth. To help us track youth engagement, you'll find two registration options: Youth Participant and Adult Participant. Bring the young people in your life and join us for the Walk for Hope!

Together we will walk in honor of those we've lost, stand beside those who are struggling, and shine a light of hope for a brighter tomorrow. This walk is more than just the steps we will be taking, it's a movement. Every step of the way helps spark conversations about mental health, share community resources, connections and remind us all that we aren't walking alone. Whether you've been personally impacted, are walking to support someone, or simply want to make a difference, your presence matters!  

Register by August 23rd and be among the first 100 guests to receive a FREE t-shirt!

Would you like to volunteer for the walk? Sign up below!

Walk for Hope T-Shirt Design Contest

Headwaters Alliance for Suicide Prevention (HASP) coordinates a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention and promotes best practices that mirror the National and State plans to end death by suicide. HASP members build community protective factors, increase community awareness, and encourage ownership and accountability in the mental health wellbeing of Bemidji and the surrounding area.

Theme: Focused on Hope, Connection, Awareness, and Support

Who Can Enter: Any youth under the age of 18

Design Guidelines:

• Must be original artwork
• Use black, white, and one additional color of your choice
• Keep designs simple and bold so they print well on a t-shirt
• Designs may include words, images, or both

Deadline to submit: July 31, 2026

Fill out the form below to submit your design:

**note you can submit your design file by attaching a pdf or png to the form, OR mail it to:

United Way of Bemidji Area
PO Box 27
Bemidji, MN 56619