South Carolina Hike for Hope to Support Suicide Prevention

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The South Carolina Hike for Hope is an opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty around us while recognizing the impact suicide and mental health issues have had on our lives and those we care about.

We invite you to join us in the scenic setting of the Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens, located at 500 Wildlife Parkway, for this hope-filled event.

• Date: May 2, 2026
• Location: Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC
• On-Site Registration Starts: 9:00 am
• Program Starts: 10:00 am

Bring your family to the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden for a day with the animals while supporting suicide prevention. Attend the short program at 10 a.m., then enjoy a walk through the zoo. After the event, you are welcome to stay and explore the zoo and gardens further.

Sponsoring the South Carolina Construction Hike for Hope signals to your community and employees that you value mental health. We are looking for sponsors and volunteers. For more information, contact Michelle Bessett at 803-528-4315 or [email protected].

While fundraising is not obligatory, donations aid the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – SC Chapter in providing vital suicide prevention resources to the South Carolina community. Help if you can.

For any queries, contact Michelle Bessett at 803-528-4315 or [email protected]. Join us in making a difference and supporting a cause that truly matters. Together, we can work towards a future where mental health is prioritized, and every individual feels supported and valued.

represents the construction industry's unified effort to save lives by fostering an environment where it's safe to discuss mental health daily on every jobsite.

According to the CDC's data, the construction and extraction industries have the highest rate of suicide in the United States. The initiative aims to enhance the mental health of construction workers through effective education, intervention, and postvention strategies. We strive to encourage, equip, and empower mental health champions within the workforce.

The mission is straightforward: to save lives across the construction industry by prioritizing the mental health of colleagues as much as their physical safety. Together, we provide construction craft and industry professionals with the necessary tools to care for themselves and support one another—because every life matters, and every conversation counts.

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