STATEWIDE, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States, yet suicide can
be prevented. Giving Hearts Day fights for suicide prevention in 2025. The annual Giving Hearts Day, hosted by the Dakota Medical Foundation supports the North Dakota Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will be held on Thursday February 13, 2025. This incredible day of support to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s provides funds for Mental Health Research, Prevention Education Programs across the state of North Dakota, Advocacy and support for Loss Survivors in our North Dakota communities.

“Suicide touches one in five American families. We hope that by joining us and providing your support to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention we will draw attention to this issue and keep other families from experiencing a suicide loss. Our ultimate goal is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide,” said Janet Harvey, Fundraising Manager for the Dakotas, American Foundation of Suicide Prevention.

In North Dakota suicide rates are the 9th leading cause of death. In the ages of 10-44 suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death. We can change this by working together.

Together we are stronger.

“These events are about turning hope into action,” said AFSP CEO Robert Gebbia. “The research has shown us how to fight suicide, and if we keep up the fight, the science is only going to get better, and our culture will get smarter about mental health. With the efforts of our courageous volunteers, and a real investment from our nation’s leaders, we hope to significantly reduce the suicide rate in the United States.”