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Every November 11, communities across the country pause to recognize the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.⠀ ⠀ The day provides an opportunity to express gratitude for the commitment, sacrifice, and service of those who have worn the uniform. It also reminds us that behind every uniform is a person with a unique story, family, and future.⠀ ⠀ Veterans Day is not only about looking back at military service. It is also an opportunity to consider how we can support veterans in the lives they lead today. ⠀ ⠀ Read more about the importance of Veterans Day 👉 Link in bio⠀

"Suicide reaches beyond uniforms... That is why Rock the Ruck matters." —SFC Joshua Ham Across the country, students and organizational leaders are coming together to Rock the Ruck—showing up in a spirit of camaraderie, purpose, and determination to raise awareness and funds for our mission 🤝 Every mile matters, and every dollar raised helps us push back against the military suicide crisis 🥾 We’re looking for people who want to challenge themselves while raising support to connect veterans and service members with life-saving, suicide-specific care. Is that you ⁉️ When you choose to Rock the Ruck, Stop Soldier Suicide provides you with: 💲 Fundraising support every step of the way 🇺🇸 Exclusive access to gear as you hit your fundraising goals 🫂 A community united around a singular, critical mission Learn more and sign up today to Rock the Ruck 👉 Link in bio

Before Veterans Day, take a moment to Send a Salute and show your gratitude to our nation’s heroes. Share a photo, name, and a few words about a veteran who impacted your life, and we will add their story to our Veterans Day Tribute Wall, which will be unveiled on November 11. Every salute is a reminder to our veterans that they are seen and that their service is never forgotten. Send a Salute and tag someone who may have their own tribute to share 👉 Link in bio!

When you shop the Stop Soldier Suicide store, you're doing more than just buying great gear—you're joining a community dedicated to saving lives. You'll find: 👕 Apparel that sparks conversations 📱 Wristbands with our website and phone number for those who need it most 🇺🇸 Flags that boldly carry our mission and a message of hope ➕ And so much more Each item helps raise awareness about the military suicide crisis while also helping to fund our life-saving work—you never know who might need to see it. Comment SHOP and we'll send you a DM with a link to our team store!

Set amid the hustle and bustle of New York City streets, the third annual Wall Street Warriors social gathering brought together business leaders, financial professionals, veterans, advocates, and donors around one unified mission: to end the military suicide crisis. Nights like these serve as a poignant reminder of the power of unity, shared momentum, and collective action. Over the past three years, Wall Street Warriors—facilitated by our New York Executive Leadership Team—has raised nearly $1.5 million in support of Stop Soldier Suicide. It’s impossible to measure the impact that this level of contributions has on our organization. Those funds will provide thousands of hours of evidence-based, suicide-specific care to service members and veterans when they need it most through our ROGER Wellness Service. They will also help us continue advancing our Black Box Project, fueling innovative, leading-edge research designed to save lives at scale. Read the full event recap blog 👉 Link in bio!

Across the country, students and organizational leaders are coming together to Rock the Ruck—showing up in a spirit of camaraderie, purpose, and determination to raise awareness and funds for our mission 🤝 Every mile matters, and every dollar raised helps us push back against the military suicide crisis 🥾 We’re looking for people who want to challenge themselves while raising support to connect veterans and service members with life-saving, suicide-specific care. Is that you ⁉️ When you choose to Rock the Ruck, Stop Soldier Suicide provides you with: 💲 Fundraising support every step of the way 🇺🇸 Exclusive access to gear as you hit your fundraising goals 🫂 A community united around a singular, critical mission Learn more and sign up today to Rock the Ruck 👉 Link in bio

Not for self, but for country ⚓🇺🇸 Happy 251st birthday to the U.S. Navy, established on this day in 1775!

This World Mental Health Day, we invite you to listen to the voices of those with lived experience. Share their stories. Support their journeys. Help foster a culture where seeking help is viewed as a sign of strength and where every veteran and service member knows that support is available. Because real voices create real change, and together, we can help ensure that change saves lives. Read the full blog 👉 Link in bio

If it all feels like too much, let someone help you carry it. You’re not a burden. Needing support is not a sign of weakness. Every day, veterans and service members reach out to us in their darkest moments. At Stop Soldier Suicide, we answer the call every time, providing life-saving care and clinical support designed specifically for the military. All interactions are confidential. As an independent organization, we don’t report back to DoW or VA. You’re in safe hands when it comes to clearance, career track, and chain of command. If you’ve been looking for a sign to get help—this is it. 24/7 care is available now 👉 Link in bio!

This will not be comfortable, but this mission demands it of us.⠀ ⠀ Read the full statement from CEO Keith Hotle 👉 Link in bio

“As Suicide Prevention Month has come to a close, I must say thank you. Thank you for caring deeply. Thank you for raising your voice. Thank you for choosing action in support of veterans and service members. Throughout this month, I've been reminded that hope isn't something we simply wish for. Hope is built through the connections we create, the conversations we have, and the actions we choose to take together. Every story shared, every mile walked, every dollar raised, every volunteer who stepped forward, and every person who helped reduce stigma moved us one step closer to a future where fewer military families experience the heartbreak of suicide. We are honored by the many ways you have helped us advance our mission. Together, we will continue building a future filled with more hope, more healing, and more lives saved.” —Keith Hotle, CEO of Stop Soldier Suicide

🚨FINAL DAY TO MATCH YOUR GIFT! 🚨 Today is the last chance to have your gift to Stop Soldier Suicide matched, dollar-for-dollar, in honor of Suicide Prevention Month. At midnight, this opportunity disappears. Every year, we lose more than 6,400 veterans and service members to suicide. That pain and loss ripples outwards, to family members, friends, and entire communities. Your gift can create a different kind of ripple, one that brings hope, healing, and expert care to veterans and service members, right when they need it most. Take this moment to act. You could just save a life. Link to give is in our bio; or comment RIPPLE for the link to go directly to your DMs.

These are the words of a client who received life-saving care through our ROGER Wellness Service. This is what hope sounds like. We believe in the strength and resiliency of our nation's service members—that they can thrive during and after their service. And from that place of wellness, they can go on to create, innovate, dream, prosper, and live a life defined by hope. Awareness is powerful, but action saves lives. If you—or someone you know—is a veteran or service member in need of care, we’re always here to answer the call: goroger.org/get-help

Some actions save lives today. Others make it possible to save lives tomorrow. Both matter.⠀ ⠀ The Black Box Project exists because families facing unimaginable loss have made an extraordinary choice: to transform their loved one's story into hope for others.⠀ ⠀ Through the donation of digital devices, these families are helping researchers better understand suicide with greater precision—advancing discoveries that have the potential to shape future prevention efforts and save lives for generations to come.⠀ ⠀ This Suicide Prevention Month, we're reminded that life-saving action takes many forms. Some actions provide immediate care. Others advance the science that makes tomorrow's care even stronger.⠀ ⠀ To every family who has entrusted us with their loved one's legacy, thank you. Your courage is creating a future filled with more hope, deeper understanding, and the possibility of more lives saved.⠀ ⠀ Read more about our groundbreaking suicide prevention research 👉 Link in bio!

One week left until our 2X match deadline! 🗓️ @menswearhouse has generously agreed to match all gifts to Stop Soldier Suicide this month. Your support will instantly go twice as far to help us break down stigma, connect veterans with lifesaving care, and remind every service member that they are not fighting alone. Don’t miss this chance to double your impact for our nation’s heroes, give through the link in our bio!

Every number tells a story. 🤝 A veteran who reached out for help. 💬 A conversation that reduced stigma. ♥️ A supporter who chose to take action. 🫂 A family reminded that they are not alone. Our impact has never been about statistics alone. It's about the lives represented behind every number and the community that makes those moments of hope possible. Thank you to every donor, volunteer, runner, advocate, partner, and supporter who has chosen to take action in support of the military community. Because of you, more veterans and service members are finding hope, healing, and life-saving care. Hope isn't passive - it is something people create together through action.

Struggle does not have to be the end of someone’s story. With the right support, people can move through even the darkest moments and go on to live meaningful, connected lives. Suicide is preventable, and no one should have to face those struggles alone. Help and hope are real — and reaching out can change everything. Learn more at stopsoldiersuicide.org

You may know a veteran or service member who needs help—you just don’t know it yet. That's why we're asking for one simple action today: share this post far and wide. @go_roger_org provides free, evidence-based, suicide-specific care for veterans and service members nationwide. A simple share today could help this reach someone who has been silently struggling or someone who knows a veteran in need. You never know who may see it. One share could make all the difference.

When you run—or walk—with Stop Soldier Suicide, every mile helps fund critical suicide prevention and mental health support for veterans and service members. Your race becomes a powerful way to honor their service—and help save lives. During Suicide Prevention Month, our focus remains steadfast: turning awareness into action. There are countless ways you can join us in the fight against military suicide. Check out a few open opportunities 👇 🏃‍♂️ Virtual 5K for Suicide Prevention Month | Anytime from now until September 30 🎖️ Marine Corps Marathon | October 25, 2026 🌺 Honolulu Marathon | December 13, 2026 🌊 Big Sur Marathon | April 25, 2027 For more information about all these events—and other ways you can stand shoulder to shoulder with us in this critical fight—visit the link in our bio 🔗

On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor the incredible sacrifices of our service members and veterans who were prisoners of war and those who remain missing in action.⠀ ⠀ We also remember the family and loved ones who wait in hope for their return. You are not forgotten.

Fly, fight, win! Happy 79th birthday to the U.S. Air Force! The branch became independent on this day in 1947 ✈️🇺🇸

The numbers behind the military suicide crisis are hard to accept. But this is exactly why we fight. On an average day, we will lose 17 veterans and service members to suicide. But even one life lost would be too many. This crisis is real, but we refuse to accept it as inevitable. You can help us change these numbers and save lives during Suicide Prevention Month. Give through the link in our bio before 9/30 and your gift will be DOUBLED thanks to a generous match from @menswearhouse.

Take action for your mental health today. Don't wait for the "right time." If you're struggling, reaching out for support isn't a sign of weakness - it's an act of strength. Are you a veteran or service member? Our team is here to walk alongside you with free, evidence-based, suicide-specific care designed for the military community. One conversation. One appointment. One step toward hope. You don't have to carry this alone.

Imagine if every person reading this shared it with just one other person. Together, we'd introduce thousands more people to a resource that could help save a veteran or service member's life. @go_roger_org, the wellness service of Stop Soldier Suicide, provides free, suicide-specific mental health care for veterans and service members nationwide. Today, we're asking for one simple action: Share this post with someone you care about. Because you never know who needs to see it.

Checking in can change a life. A simple conversation. A phone call. A text. A moment to ask, "How are you really doing?" These small acts of connection remind people they don't have to carry life's burdens alone. In this reflection, Stop Soldier Suicide Co-Founder Nick Black shares why connection remains so important after military service and why each of us has the opportunity to help strengthen it. This week, take a moment to check in with someone. You never know the difference your seemingly small action might make. Read Nick's story 👉 Link in bio!

Every handshake.⠀ ⠀ Every conversation.⠀ ⠀ Every mile walked.⠀ ⠀ Every volunteer.⠀ ⠀ Every person who shows up.⠀ ⠀ These moments may look like community events, but they're about something much deeper.⠀ ⠀ They remind us that connection matters.⠀ ⠀ No one should face life's hardest moments alone. When we come together, we remind veterans and service members that they are seen, valued, and supported.⠀ ⠀ Connection changes lives.⠀

Every September 11, we pause to remember extraordinary acts of courage. We honor the first responders who ran toward danger, the service members who answered the call, and the ordinary Americans who chose compassion over fear in the face of unimaginable tragedy. Those stories endure because they remind us that service is not defined by a single moment. It is a choice to show up for one another. That choice is still in front of us, 25 years after that fateful day. We need to remain committed to show up for those who have worn the cloth of our nation. Take a moment to hear from one of our founders, Brian Kinsella, about our mission mindset that drives our commitment to delivering life-saving mental health care to veterans and service members 🇺🇸

"Thanks to you, I’m not grieving…” That’s the message we got from a veteran recently, one who had made a call to our ROGER Wellness Service. He received help from one of our wellness coordinators and, that same weekend, went on to use what he had learned to help a friend of his who was experiencing suicidal thoughts. That’s the ripple effect in action. One veteran received help, and he helped save a life.

A common myth is that discussing suicide with loved ones will put the idea in their minds. It won't. In reality, asking a caring, direct question can create an opportunity for someone to share what they've been carrying alone. If you've ever been unsure how to start that conversation, this resource can help 👉 Link in bio

Last week, Stop Soldier Suicide had the honor of ringing the Closing Bell at the New York Stock Exchange in recognition of Suicide Prevention Month. It is difficult to put into words just how meaningful this moment was for our organization. Standing on the podium were members of our Executive Leadership Team, two of our co-founders, active members of the military community, team members, and loss survivors. Together, they represented the many people who make this mission possible—and those whose lives it has touched. As the bell rang, smiles, applause, and celebration filled the room. What wasn’t visible, however, were the thousands of veterans and service members our organization has supported over the years. They were represented there, too. Because everything we do is for them. We believe every veteran and service member deserves access to the support they need to navigate life’s challenges and build a healthier and happier future. Ringing that iconic bell was about every veteran who has reached out for help. Every family who has trusted us during a difficult season. Every supporter who believes this crisis is worth confronting. Every team member, clinician, researcher, volunteer, and advocate committed to saving lives. We were ringing the bell for them—and for the belief that the future can be different. That veteran suicide is not inevitable. That hope is real. And that together, we can build a future where more veterans and service members receive the support they need to thrive. Read more 👉 Link in bio __ *Photos provided by @nyse. Image courtesy of NYSE Group. NYSE does not recommend or endorse any investments, investment strategies, companies, products, or services.

Veteran suicide is a national crisis, and addressing it requires a national conversation. This morning, Jamie Barker joined @foxandfriends to share his story and help shine a light on the challenges facing veterans and service members. A longtime supporter of Stop Soldier Suicide and member of our New York City Executive Leadership Team, Jamie spoke about the profound impact that September 11, 2001 had on his life and the path that led him to become a passionate advocate for those who have served. His willingness to share his personal experiences helps put a human face on an issue that affects veterans, service members, families, and communities across the country. We’re grateful for opportunities to bring this message to national audiences during Suicide Prevention Month and to elevate conversations that can inspire connection, understanding, and action. Watch the full segment 👉 Link in bio

Many people want to help someone who may be struggling. They just aren't sure what to say. The good news? You don't have to have all the answers to make a difference. If you've ever wondered how to start a conversation about suicide, this resource offers practical guidance to help you approach it with compassion and confidence. Awareness is powerful. Conversations can save lives. Read the resource 👉 Link in bio

Today marks the start of Suicide Prevention Month. This month is a moment to remember all those we’ve lost to suicide—but it’s also a call to action. ⠀ You can do something right now to help end the military suicide crisis. This month, every gift to Stop Soldier Suicide will be DOUBLED, thanks to a generous match from @menswearhouse. Ending this crisis starts with one action. Your gift today can create a ripple that saves lives, keeps families whole, and spreads hope throughout the community. Every ripple starts somewhere. Today, let it start with you. 🌊⠀ ⠀

Today marks the 110th birthday of the Marine Corps Reserve. Happy birthday, Marines, and Semper Fi! ⠀

Next week marks the beginning of Suicide Prevention Month.⠀ At Stop Soldier Suicide, we believe awareness is the beginning. What must follow is action.⠀ Real change happens through the conversations we have, the connections we create, and the actions we choose to take together.⠀ Over the coming weeks, we'll share stories of hope, highlight the impact of collective action, and celebrate the many people helping move this mission forward. We hope you'll follow along and discover how you can help create a future with more hope, more healing, and more lives saved.⠀ To kick things off, we're sharing a preview of how we'll approach Suicide Prevention Month and why this month matters so deeply to our mission.⠀ 👉 Link in bio to read more!

Today, Stop Soldier Suicide CEO Keith Hotle joined CNN's The Situation Room to discuss military suicide prevention and the importance of supporting the mental health of those who serve.⠀ ⠀ The conversation centered on concerns surrounding the USS Abraham Lincoln, but the broader message applies across the military community: support matters, access to care matters, and asking for help should never be viewed as a weakness.⠀ ⠀ National conversations like this are important because they help raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind us that suicide prevention requires action—not just attention.⠀ We are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this discussion and help shine a spotlight on the needs of veterans and service members.⠀ ⠀ #VeteranMentalHealth #MilitaryCommunity #SuicidePrevention #StopSoldierSuicide

How are we wrapping up the week? We’re at the @commanders Training Camp alongside @wefacethefight and other Veteran Service Organizations! This mission requires collective strength and commitment. We are honored to stand and fight together to end suicide among veterans and service members. #stopsoldiersuicide #veterans #suicideprevention #oneistoomany #military

⏰ Registration closes 7/31 — only a few spots left on Team SSS for the Marine Corps Marathon! On October 25, 2026, runners will take on the 51st Marine Corps Marathon through the heart of Arlington, VA and Washington, D.C. And we'd love to have you on our team. When you commit to raising $1,500 for Stop Soldier Suicide, you'll receive: 🏅 Full race entry covered (a $250+ value) 🏃 Comprehensive training and fundraising support every step of the way 🤝 The opportunity to be part of an incredible team of veterans, active duty service members and civilians united by a life-saving mission Your support means more veterans and service members get free, suicide-specific care when they need it most. Spots are limited and registration closes July 31. Ready to run for something bigger? 👉 Join Team SSS through the link in our bio!

This Independence Day carries special significance as our nation turns 250 years old! 🇺🇸⠀ ⠀ Today, we remember those who have answered the call to serve, across generations, whose courage and commitment have helped shape the country we know today.⠀ ⠀ We honor their sacrifices not only through our gratitude, but through our actions. By caring for those who have worn the cloth of our nation, we demonstrate that their service is never forgotten.⠀ ⠀ And together, we advance the work that still lies ahead. Every veteran and service member deserves access to the hope, connection, and life-saving care they need to thrive long after their service ends.⠀ ⠀ This is what we believe in. This is what we're advancing, together.

James reached out to Stop Soldier Suicide on a Wednesday night — not sure anyone would answer. We did. Within hours, he had a Wellness Coordinator and a treatment plan built around what he was carrying. He is still here. Still moving forward. This July 4, America turns 250. To honor the veterans who built our freedom, we're inviting 1,000 new monthly donors to join the fight — and right now, your first monthly gift is matched dollar for dollar. At $15/month, 2,000 donors like you provide free crisis care for 300 veterans — every hour of every day. They answered the call for us. Will you answer theirs? 🇺🇸 👉 Link in bio to join the Monthly Donor Collective.

Before Stop Soldier Suicide had a staff or a building, three veterans were answering a crisis hotline from their own homes, after their day jobs, because they kept losing people they loved to suicide. More than they'd lost in combat. And they couldn't accept that. "Veterans are not broken. They are shaped by a unique and often intense human experience." — Nick Black, Co-Founder & Vice Chairman, Stop Soldier Suicide Not a Hollywood transformation. Not a dramatic breaking point. What service does to a person is something more subtle — and more human — than that. Nick will tell you that what holds people together in service isn't duty or mission in the abstract — it's the person to your left and right. That bond is forged under pressure most people will never experience. And when service ends, it doesn't just fade. For a lot of veterans, losing that daily connection is one of the hardest things they'll ever face. He believes the path forward isn't about managing a crisis. It's about going upstream — asking harder questions about connection, purpose, and identity. And it starts with something deceptively simple. "Call them. Seriously, it's that simple." Read Nick's story at the link in our bio. And if someone comes to mind while you read — reach out today.

For a limited time, you can make an even greater impact.⠀ ⠀ Until MIDNIGHT tonight, every gift to Stop Soldier Suicide will be TRIPLED, up to $50,000, thanks to a special match from Amazon.⠀ ⠀ That means:⠀ ⠀ 3X the support⠀ 3X the care⠀ 3X the lives saved⠀ ⠀ Don’t miss this opportunity to give during Mental Health Awareness Month and join us in the fight to end the military suicide crisis.⠀ ⠀ stopsoldiersuicide.org/mham263x⠀ ⠀

Today is a day of remembrance. Across the nation, families are holding on to memories of those we have lost—memories of laughter, love, and sacrifice. That love and those memories are powerful. This Memorial Day, Stop Soldier Suicide is proud to pay tribute to those who gave all in service to our nation. We invite you to visit our Memorial Day Tribute Wall, filled with photos, stories, and messages from our community. Every tribute shared here represents a life well lived, and a legacy of love and service that we will always honor and remember.

15 years ago, three veterans answered a hotline from their kitchen tables — while working full-time jobs — because they refused to accept that this crisis had no solution. Today, Stop Soldier Suicide operates a 24/7 wellness center, a nationwide network of clinical partners, and groundbreaking research to prevent loss at scale. 6,400+ veterans and service members served. 49,100+ hours of care delivered. And we're just getting started. None of this happened without the people who chose to stand with us. If you're ready to be part of what comes next, we'd love to have you in this fight. Read our full 2025 Impact Report: stopsoldiersuicide.org/blog/impact-report-2025 Find ways to get involved: stopsoldiersuicide.org/get-involved

Remembrance is powerful. It brings us together and reminds friends and families in mourning that they are not alone.⠀ ⠀ We invite you to take a moment to honor the memory of someone who served and is no longer with us 💙⠀ ⠀ Make a tribute through the link in our bio.⠀ On Memorial Day, we will unveil this tribute wall and share it far and wide, so people can learn the incredible stories of those we have lost.⠀

May holds a lot of meaning for us. 💙⠀ ⠀ Mental Health Awareness Month. Military Appreciation Month. Memorial Day.⠀ ⠀ These observances are deeply connected — and together, they remind us that honoring service means more than remembrance. It means ensuring those who serve have real access to care, support, and the chance to live full lives.⠀ ⠀ Awareness is powerful. Action saves lives.⠀ ⠀ 📔 Read more on the blog — link in bio.⠀ ⠀ #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MilitaryAppreciationMonth #VeteranMentalHealth #MemorialDay #StopSoldierSuicide #SuicidePrevention #MilitarySuicidePrevention #HonorService

"Because of your belief in this mission and your continued support, people who were struggling this year did not face their darkest moments alone. They found someone who answered the call, who listened, and who stayed with them when it mattered most. That is not abstract work—it is life-saving work. And it happens because of our donors, partners, and supporters nationwide. At Stop Soldier Suicide, connection is at the core of everything we do. Your generosity makes it possible for us to show up with compassion and consistency for veterans and service members who are hurting. The impact of your support is real, personal, and profound—and I hope you know how deeply grateful we are. As the holidays approach, I hope you’re able to step back, be present with the people who ground you, and take time for rest, reflection, and joy. The holidays mean different things to each of us, but at their heart they are about connection—showing up for one another and remembering what we value most. Thank you for standing with us, for trusting us, and for being part of this mission to save lives. It is an honor to do this work alongside such a committed and compassionate community of supporters." - Keith Hotle, CEO of Stop Soldier Suicide

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