CHALK IT UP: Draw or Write a Message of Hope

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Chalk It Up!
DRAW OR WRITE A MESSAGE OF HOPE
Share Your Creations

Hosted by: Pick’m Up Suicide Prevention Coalition

When: All month long — September 1–30

Where: Anywhere in our communities across Pine, Isanti, Chisago, Kanabec, and Mille Lacs counties—your own sidewalk/driveway or other permitted public spaces.

About the event

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—a time to bring attention to a stigmatized, often-taboo topic and remind our neighbors they’re not alone. Throughout September, we invite you to CHALK IT UP by creating sidewalk messages of hope, awareness, encouragement, or a personal promise, then sharing your creation on social media.

How to participate

Chalk a hopeful message or image on your sidewalk/driveway (or a school/church/community space with permission).

Snap a photo.

Share it on Facebook or Instagram and tag us so we can amplify your message:

Facebook: Pick’m Up Suicide Prevention Coalition

Instagram: @pickmupcoalition

Get everyone involved

Families, coworkers, civic groups, neighbors, classmates, and friends—all ages and abilities are welcome.

Friendly guidelines

Use washable chalk.

Only chalk in places where you have permission; don’t block walkways or driveways.

Keep messages supportive, kind, and respectful.

Questions? Send us a message on Facebook.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org for free, confidential support—24/7.

Brianne McClellan, East Central Regional Suicide Prevention Coordinatorbrianne.mcclellan | 320-674-0244