2024 Zia Larson Ray of Light Foundation Walk Run

September 14th - 10:00 am
In person Walk Run begins at Warren G. Magnuson Park

About the Campaign

ILLUMINATING THE PATHWAY TO MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY


Our mission is to encourage the acceptance of mental disease as readily as physical disease and to eradicate the stigmas associated with diagnosis and behaviors resulting from mental illness.  


Join us September 14th at Warren S. Magnuson Park, Seattle, WA for our 8th Annual Zia Larson Ray of Light Foundation Walk Run.  Can't make it in person? Just select the virtual option to participate in your own neighborhood or park.   


Here's how you can help:

  • Register as a Walker/Runner
  • Make a donation
  • Start or join a team
  • Start or support a team!
  • Like and share our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ZiasRayOfLight/) or Walk/Run related events.  
  • Tag us on social media to share our mission around the globe using the hashtag #IAmARayofLight
  • Attend the in-person Gathering of Light Symposium or join us on Facebook Live! on Saturday, September 14th at 6:00 PM 


Proceeds help the Zia Larson Ray of Light Foundation fight the devastating effects of mental illness through education and awareness campaigns. 

For more information contact:


Verneta Seaton

zray.of.light@gmail.com

(206)390-9526

We've raised $26.3K Our Goal $40,000

Your support helps illuminate the pathway to mental health recovery!  

Register today to walk or run on September 14th!  Start a team, join a team, or just fundraise online.


Register as a virtual participant TODAY!

GATHERING OF LIGHT SYMPOSIUM 


From Canvas to Courage:

Art Therapy Transforming Trauma


September 14th, 6:00 PM PT

The 2024 GOL Symposium will be in-person only. THe filmed version will be added to our YouTube page.   



The Gathering of Light Symposium returns to the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle, WA September 14th at 6:00 PT.  Join us after the the Walk Run for light refreshments and conversation.  Our goal is to reduce stigma through community conversations in order to have a signifcant impact on positive mental health outcomes.


Join us for a fun and educational presentation exploring creativity as a way to manage trauma and improve mental health. The 2024 Gathering of Light Symposium will feature Sheri Stephens, educationg and guiding attendees in an art therapy activity.  We will explore and be inspired as we learn more about the impact of art therapy on those dealing with trauma and mental health diagnosis.  


For those that do not register for the Gathering of Light as part of their Walk Run registration, click below to join us.

The Zia Larson Ray of Light Foundation hosts conversations and educational symposiums annually.  We bring together professionals and community members to educate, create a safe space, and reduce stigma. Topics address current mental health challenges, panel discussions, solutions for removing stigma, and promote education, research, and community funding. 


The Gathering of Light looks at factors like race, socio-economics, religion, and social constructs in today's world and offers solutions and resources to try to solve these problems.  


Contact Vodney Wynn @ Vodney.zray.of.light@gmail.com for more information.

 



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Trish Lee

Trish Lee has raised $1,905 out of their goal of $1,500

$1,905 raised (127%)
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Trish Lee

Trish Lee has raised $1,780 out of their goal of $500

$1,780 raised (356%)
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Paula Miles

Paula Miles has raised $1,175 out of their goal of $500

$1,175 raised (235%)
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Melvin Hayes

Melvin Hayes has raised $605 out of their goal of $500

$605 raised (121%)
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Susan Younger-Fiala

Susan Younger-Fiala has raised $460 out of their goal of $500

$460 raised (92%)

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FLY Girls has raised $4,435 out of their goal of $1,000

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Vee Vibrations has raised $1,805 out of their goal of $1,000

$1,805 raised (181%) 12 members
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HAYCO

HAYCO has raised $830 out of their goal of $1,000

$830 raised (83%) 1 member
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Seattle_Lake Life has raised $710 out of their goal of $1,000

$710 raised (71%) 2 members
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Team Tolbert

Team Tolbert has raised $630 out of their goal of $1,000

$630 raised (63%) 0 members

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