This year's HOPEwalk was held on Saturday, September 20th at Cherry Hill Park in Cedar Rapids. The Walk's primary goal is to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention through Honoring (those we have lost), Openness (to start the conversation to help eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness and suicide), Prevention, and Education. Funds raised support those struggling with thoughts of suicide and families healing from loss within local communities.  

Councilors supported this important event by volunteering at set-up, greeting walkers, serving refreshments, and assisting other tasks.

Learn more about HOPEwalk and how it supports local suicide prevention programs and initiatives.