American Foundation for Suicide Prevention -
Nebraska Chapter
About the American Foundation for suicide Prevention
The Nebraska Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education, and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. The Nebraska Chapter is dedicated to helping save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide in our state.
Programs & Services Offered
Research: On a National level, AFSP is the leading private funder of research around suicide. The Nebraska Chapter is proud to contribute to research funds and hosts an annual Research Connections event in which an AFSP funded researcher presents their study to the local community. Ultimately, research informs every program we offer and every step we take to help reduce the suicide rate in our state. For more about AFSP-funded research, go to afsp.org/research.
Prevention Education: To help combat the shortage of mental health care providers and access to mental health care resources in our state, AFSP Nebraska takes a public health approach to suicide prevention. All of our trainings are free of charge and volunteers can become facilitators to help provide resources statewide. Our trainings are diverse and cater to varying groups and populations. They are inclusive of suicide prevention basics, as well as support for those who have a loved one who is struggling. To learn more, go to afsp.org/education and afsp.org/lived-experience
Loss & Healing: Our Loss & Healing program supports those who have lost someone to suicide. Through peer-to-peer bereavement support, Survivors of Suicide Loss Day events, and our Grief Kits, the Nebraska Chapter connects with loss survivors daily. Additionally, while AFSP does not run support groups, we are grateful to fund and host training for suicide loss support group facilitators statewide. For more about our Loss & Healing program, go to afsp.org/loss
Advocacy: AFSP Nebraska is dedicated to advocating for the importance of legislation that supports mental health care and suicide prevention. Community members are AFSP Advocates and work to advocate for public policies that support our cause. For more on advocacy, go to afsp.org/advocacy
Out of the Darkness Walks: Out Community and Campus Out of the Darkness Walks exist to bring awareness to mental health and suicide prevention, and provide a community experience for folks who have been impacted by suicide. To learn more, go to afsp.org/walks.
Talk Saves Lives: Supporting Our Veterans: Talk Saves Lives: Supporting Our Veterans is a one-hour presentation, available in-person or virtually, designed to help audiences learn about the impact of suicide among veterans, along with practical ways to recognize warning signs for suicide, navigate tough conversations, and connect veterans to support in ways that respect their autonomy. Participants will:
Learn the impact of suicide on the veteran population
Identify contributors to veteran suicide and protective factors
Learn how to recognize warning signs in veterans
Gain confidence in starting a conversation with a veteran who may be in distress
Understand ways to seek and offer support and resources for veterans.
Contact your local chapter to learn more.
Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention in the Construction Industry: Based on AFSP's flagship suicide prevention education program, Talk Saves Lives: Construction is a new program that has been adapted for the construction industry. Presented by a construction industry professional, this program will provide a 20-minute overview of suicide in the construction industry, risk factors and warning signs of suicide, and strategies to prevent it. The remaining time will be followed by Q&A and information on how construction companies across the U.S can bring this presentation to jobsites and offices. Learn more about AFSP's efforts to prevent suicide in the construction industry.
About Caring Communities: Caring Communities: Guidance for Supporting Survivors of Suicide Loss is a one-hour presentation, available in-person or virtually, designed to provide participants with information, resources, and practical guidance on how to support someone who has experienced a recent loss to suicide. The program is suitable for workplaces and community groups who want to learn how to build more supportive environments for survivors of suicide loss.
Participants will:
Understand suicide as a complex health issue
Understand the impact of suicide on survivors of suicide loss
Learn practical ways to support suicide loss survivors in various settings
Become familiar with available resources for suicide loss survivors
AFSP is committed to inclusivity by ensuring programs are developed by and with diverse communities, fostering compassionate and informed care for all survivors of suicide loss. This program was developed by the AFSP National Loss & Healing Council, a team of dedicated AFSP volunteer leaders who have experienced suicide loss.
Find more suicide loss support resources at afsp.org/loss
Did You Know?
Suicide is the 13th leading cause of death in the Nebraska.
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for those age 10-44 in Nebraska.
In 2020 45,979 Americans died by suicide.
In 2020 there were an estimated 1.2M suicide attempts.
On average, there are 130 suicides per day.
93% of adults surveyed in the U.S. think suicide can be prevented.
You Can Help
$50 funds a grief kit for a newly bereaved individual.
$100 provides an AFSP program for free to a community.
$1,000 provides a year’s worth of suicide prevention materials to a community center, doctor’s office, or school.
Dollars at Work
The Nebraska Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention provided over 1,800 education events to 35,417 participants in a single year.
Since 2021, AFSP Nebraska has distributed 300 grief kits to newly bereaved community members.
In 2025, AFSP Nebraska hosted 5 Community Out of the Darkness Walks, serving nearly 4,000 people across the state.
Contact Info
(308) 455-7865 | website | PO Box 45739, Omaha, NE 68137 |