Join us for our 5th Annual “Step out of Stigma” Mental Health Awareness Walk!
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Railhead Park, 175 Pacific Ave Auburn, CA
Breaking the stigma around mental illness starts when we come together with unity, compassion, and purpose.
Join us for our Mental Health Awareness Walk, where our community stands in support of one another and chooses acceptance over judgment. This event is more than just a walk, it’s a space to have honest conversations, encourage each other, and keep moving forward together.
This event is about taking action. Whether you walk, donate or fundraise, change only happens when you choose to get involved. This year we invite you to help us raise scholarship funds to assist individuals who may not otherwise be able to afford wholistic mental health services. We believe that everyone deserves the chance to heal.
Bring your friends, family, and coworkers and be part of this meaningful, fun, and family-friendly event. Together, we can make a difference.
Ways to Participate
Lead a team:
Team leaders play a key role in making this community event a success. You’ll recruit your team, organize fundraising goals and help keep your team excited and motivated. There will be some great prizes for teams and fundraisers, so be creative!
Walk and Fundraise:
Reach out to your community by fundraising for wholistic mental health education. You can join an existing team or work on your own to raise funds. Whichever way you choose, you’ll make a difference.
Walk or Donate:
Everyone can show their support by attending the walk and or donating to the cause. Any amount is appreciated and makes a difference when combined with other donations. Your donations make it possible for us to bring hope and healing to more hurting people.
Volunteer:
Fundraising events would not be possible without volunteers! If you would like to lend a helping hand during our event, click on the volunteer button to sign up or email us at admin@beautifulmindswellness.org.
Event Schedule:
1:30 pm—Check–in/Registration
2:00- 5:00 pm—Walk, Activities and Presentations
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What will the funds go towards?
A: Beautiful Minds Wellness is raising funds to support our wholistic mental health education programs which include our free monthly webinars, in-person workshops and production of The Brain People Podcast. We also raise funds to provide financial assistance to those who cannot afford wholistic mental health services.
Q: Are donations tax-deductible?
A: Yes, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, all donations to Beautiful Minds Wellness are tax-deductible.
Q: What are some effective fundraising ideas?
A: We know fundraising can feel pretty intimidating, so here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Match fund: You can pledge to donate $5 for every $10 given up to a certain amount.
- Online Sales: It’s easy to sell things online. Do you have items you don’t need around the house? Sell them online and donate a portion of the proceeds to this fundraiser.
- Ask: Sometimes the simplest methods are the best. Tell those you know about the mission of Beautiful Minds Wellness and ask if they would like to contribute. Look how easy it could be to raise $100:
- Donate $25 to kickstart your own fundraising campaign
- Ask a family member to donate $25
- Ask a friend to donate $25
- Ask a coworker or church member to donate $25
Remember, every dollar counts, so even a small donation can be celebrated!
Bake sales, odd jobs, and birthday fundraisers are just a few more fun and effective methods you and your team can use to meet your fundraising goal.
Q: Is this a family-friendly event?
A: Yes, we encourage you to bring your whole family. It’s never too early to start teaching and implementing good mental health principles and practices. Children 12 and under are free. If bringing children, register with the family ticket.