Shout out to the Brookings Area United Way and Brookings Backpack Project rep for showing their support on 988's second anniverary. And now you can purchase your 988 shirt in the new magenta color, as modeled by the wonderful Helpline Center staff! helplinecenter.org/9-8-8/988-prom…

Monday was a fantastic day for the 2024 Helpline Open! A huge thank you to our sponsors and attendees for making it such an amazing day! Thank you to everyone for a great event. We can't wait to do it again next year! See more event photos at helplinecenter.org/helplineopen

Our July Volunteer of the Month is Cheryl Ulvestad nominated by Outdoor Campus. "Throughout those 16 years, she has donated over 4,000 hours of service to the Outdoor Campus," said Paige O'Farrell.

Today the Helpline was presented with a Beyond Idea Grant by the South Dakota Community Foundation in partnership with the Bush Foundation. These grants are awarded to nonprofits to fund community-based problem-solving in South Dakota. We thank you so much for the support!

We're getting excited for The 437 Project as it's just around the corner (Sept. 19-22). Have you purchased your apparel yet in support of the run across the state of South Dakota? If not, do so soon as the merch store closes next week on 7/31! https-sungoldsports-com.printavo.com/merch/437-proj…

Join us on Saturday, August 3 in Yankton for the Step Forward to Prevent Suicide Walk. Registration is at 8:15am and the ceremony with guest speaker Abbey Bruner will be at 9:00am at the Riverside Park Amphitheatre. Register at yanktonunitedway.org/stepforward

Join us on August 7 & 8 for training on suicide first aid. Shown by major studies to significantly reduce suicidality, the model teaches effective intervention skills while helping to build suicide prevention networks in the community. Register online at helplinecenter.org/9-8-8-old/trai…

Join us on Oct. 23 at 7pm at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls for a free event when we hear the story of how a life-changing decision led former MLB player Drew Robinson to a new passion for mental health after attempting suicide in 2020. helplinecenter.org/drew

Helpline Center staff took part in the Sioux Falls Mayor's Challenge of 100 Miles in 100 Days. Congrats to these 3 staff members for their outstanding participation! Huge thank you to the 605 Running Company for donating these prizes!

At our Nonprofit Exchange today, Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken discussed the Sioux 52 program and how mentoring makes a difference and changes lives. Not sure where to start? Just call 211 and we'll help you get started in this amazing and fulfilling journey of mentorship!

Professionals are invited to RSVP for lunch on Wed, October 23 at The Country Club of Sioux Falls to hear former Major League Baseball player Drew Robinson share his story. Drew played for two major league teams before attempting suicide in 2020. helplinecenter.org/drew

This month's Sioux Falls Woman Magazine features Abbey Bruner as she shares her story of losing her son to suicide. The Helpline Center and The 437 Project continue to help her and her family as they navigate life going forward. siouxfallswoman.net/current-magazi…

Congratulations to August Volunteer of the Month, John Faundeen! John was nominated by Sanford Health as a Mended Hearts volunteer. (pictured L-R) Bekah Aisenbrey, Sanford; Becca Conner, Sanford; John Faundeen, Honoree; Bella Oliver, Helpline; Kathy Brennan, Wellmark BCBS of SD.

The Helpline Center is proud to spread the message of volunteerism through Bluestone Federal Credit Union with their 211 Tuesdays! Stop by their east branch in Sioux Falls on Tues., Aug. 20 from 11:00am-1:00pm to make dog toys for the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society.

Mark your calendars for the first ever 988 Day! On Sunday, September 8 help us spread the word about the suicide and crisis lifeline of 988. Call, text or chat... 24/7. No judgment. Just help.

Join us on Aug 31 at 8pm at the Greenway Amphitheatre near the Arc of Dreams for a candlelight vigil to remember those who have died by drug overdose. The amphitheater and the arc will be illuminated in purple, the color that symbolizes International Overdose Awareness Day.

Tails were wagging after Bluestone Federal Credit Union's recent 211 Tuesday event! Volunteers helped make over 50 handmade toys for animals at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the dog days of summer just a bit better!

Join us tonight at 8pm in the Greenway Ampheitheatre in downtown Sioux Falls as we hold a candlelight vigil in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day. Understanding the resources and avenues for assistance is crucial in addressing this crisis.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month – a time to remember the lives lost to suicide, acknowledge the millions more who have experienced suicidal thoughts, and the many individuals, families and communities that have been impacted by suicide. If you need help, call 988.

Sunday (9/8) is the first annual 988 Day! Help us create positive buzz about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by sharing photos and reels using the theme "No Judgment. Just Help." Use the hashtag #988Day and share it with us and let us know how you're getting involved!