EVENTS
The 5K Run For WOSAC!
Join us Friday,October 3, 2025
Rock Spring Country Club
90 Rock Spring Road
West Orange NJ
Race start time 4:00 pm
Walk or Run Event!
Entry forms available
We’re seeking Sponsors to help support the event! Sponsorship Information: Contact Tammy Williams at twmsblackwell@gmail.com or call (973) 219-7687.
This race supports the mission of the West Orange (stop) Suicide Advocacy Coalition (WOSAC) which increases access to suicide awareness and prevention resources and support services in the Township of West Orange.
GrassROOTS Community Foundation
#greenribbonweek
Green Ribbon Week turns our lens toward wellness. Its goals are:
Educate youth about ways to maintain good mental health practices.
Encourage LISTENING to youth to better understand their needs and ways to support.
Make conversations about mental health as common as conversations about physical health.
Wear GREEN during the week of September 15-19, 2025.
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The Daily Practice one daily action that promotes your mental well-being. BREATHE – MOVE – CONNECT!
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Rally members of your organization/school, take and share plenty of pictures with GrassROOTS and the public. Tag us @grassrootsfound!
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Youth: Choose to BREATHE and Talk it Out.
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Adults: Take the time to LISTEN to young people before offering advice.
AMP’d In The Valley
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
6:00pm – 9:00pm
West Orange Arts Center Gallery
551 Valley Road
West Orange NJ 07052
AMP’d in the Valley is an open mic experience held at the West Orange Arts Center in the heart of the Valley Arts District. Whether you’re a singer, poet, musician, or just love good vibes — all are welcome to share, perform, or simply enjoy the talent in the room. Bring your voice, your instrument, your energy — and let’s get AMP’d!
Information: Contact Tammy Williams at twmsblackwell@gmail.com or call (973) 219-7687 or
Patricia Mitrano – info@woarts.org
September 10th, 2025 Lights of Hope
Let’s light up the World!
September 10, 2025 marks Suicide Prevention Day. This global observance, established by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), aims to raise awareness that suicide is preventable and to mobilize action to reduce its prevalence. The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day from 2024 to 2026 is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide.” This theme emphasizes the importance of open and honest discussions about mental health and suicide to reduce stigma and promote understanding and support for those who are struggling.
Key messages and actions
- Raise awareness: Learn about the warning signs of suicide and risk factors, and share reliable information and resources with others.
- Reduce stigma: Talk openly and honestly about suicide to create a culture of acceptance and support, where individuals feel comfortable seeking help.
- Support those in need: Reach out to friends, family, or colleagues who may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, listen without judgment, and encourage them to seek professional help.
- Advocate for change: Support policies and legislation that prioritize mental health, increase access to care, and provide resources for those in need.
- Participate in events: Look for and join local or online events, workshops, or campaigns that raise awareness and promote suicide prevention on September 10th and throughout September, which is National Suicide Prevention Month.
By working together, individuals, communities, organizations, and governments can make a difference in preventing suicide and creating a world where everyone feels valued and supported.