StRides Against Suicide & Overdose
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StRides Against Suicide & Overdose in Valparaiso, Indiana
StRides Against Suicide & Overdose takes place on August 1, 2026, at Rogers-Lakewood Park in Valparaiso. The event offers a mix of runs, walks, and bike rides across multiple distances and includes virtual options that can be completed anywhere. Registration fees range from $20 to $50 depending on the event.
- 1 Mile Walk
- 5K Run (timed)
- 5K Walk
- 10 Mile Family Bike Ride
- 40 Mile Bike Ride
- 60 Mile Bike Ride
- 100 Mile Bike Ride
- Virtual 5K Walk/Run
- Virtual Bike Ride (any distance)
The stated purpose is to raise funds for mental health and substance abuse treatment for people in Northwest Indiana who cannot afford care. Profits are designated to provide scholarships for uninsured clients or those unable to pay. The event notes that every $525 raised pays for one individual to receive seven treatment sessions. The description also references broader context about suicide and overdose trends, including a reported 30 percent increase in the U.S. suicide rate between 2000 and 2020, suicide being the second leading cause of death for 15 to 34 year olds in Indiana, and 100,306 overdose deaths in the U.S. in 2020. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
