In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Santa Fe affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) invites the public to participate in NAMIWalks Santa Fe 2025, a community-centered mental health advocacy event to raise awareness and support for mental health resources.
This inclusive, family-friendly event takes place Saturday, May 17, at Alto/Bicentennial Park and features music, educational presentations from mental health professionals, resource tables highlighting local mental health services, and a peaceful walk along the Santa Fe River Trail.
Event Details
Everyone is welcome. Support individuals with mental health challenges (perhaps, including yourself), and stand in solidarity with the Santa Fe community.
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
Time: Registration at 9 a.m., walk begins at 10 a.m.
Location: Alto/Bicentennial Park, 1121 Alto Street, Santa Fe, NM
Event Schedule
- Meet at Alto/Bicentennial Park at 9 a.m.
- Enjoy activities like music, mental health information booths, and community presentations
- Walk 1.5 miles along the Santa Fe River at 10 a.m.
Donations are not required to walk! Your presence alone makes a difference in fighting mental health stigma. Come out and help shine a light on the importance of mental wellness and mental health treatment access in the Santa Fe community.
Ways to Get Involved
There are several meaningful ways you can support NAMIWalks Santa Fe. Walking, leading a team, and making a donation all help promote mental health awareness in our community.
Join NAMIWalks
Choose your distance and walk at your own pace in support of mental health treatment and resources in Santa Fe and New Mexico.
Your participation matters in building a mentally healthier Santa Fe, no matter how fast or long you walk.
Become a Team Captain
Invite friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers to join you and form a mental health awareness team. Leading a team amplifies your impact on local mental health initiatives.
Make a Donation
Can’t make the walk but want to support mental health awareness? Support NAMI Santa Fe’s ongoing mental health education, advocacy, and support programs by making a contribution.
- Donate Online on the official NAMIWalks Santa Fe website.
- Donate by Mail:
NAMI Santa Fe
PO Box 6423
Santa Fe, NM 87502
Make checks payable to NAMI New Mexico and include “NAMIWalks” in the memo line.
All contributions are tax deductible. NAMI Santa Fe is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing essential mental health support services.
Why NAMIWalks Matters
One in five Americans will face a mental health condition in any given year. NAMIWalks Santa Fe brings together individuals, families, and mental health advocates to promote wellness and build a stronger, more supportive community for those affected by mental illness.
By participating, you’re standing up for:
- Mental health awareness, education, and early intervention.
- Reducing stigma around conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
- Support systems and evidence-based resources for individuals and families affected by mental health challenges.
Together, we can help create a future where mental health care is accessible, supported, and prioritized for everyone in Santa Fe and New Mexico.
Register for NAMIWalks Today
Visit the official NAMIWalks Santa Fe website to register, start a team, or make a donation to support mental health programs.
Looking for mental health support in Santa Fe? Join the Santa Fe community at NAMIWalk Santa Fe 2025 to connect with local resources.
“Together, we are strong enough to lift hope. Together, we are NAMIWalks.”
This article was posted by Jesse Williams
