Could you support Samaritans Awareness Day this Wednesday, 24th July (24/7) by taking on a 24-Hour Challenge?
Take on a 24-hour challenge for Samaritans Awareness Day.
How to take part
- Give something up for 24 hours (like your smartphone, caffeine, or TV) or take something on for 24 hours (like gaming, watching movies, or making crafts).
- Then, donate online to Samaritans Ireland
- You can also create an online fundraiser that your friends and family can donate to:
- Create your 24/7 online fundraiser for Samaritans Northern Ireland - Share your 24-Hour Challenge on social media and make sure to tag us @samaritansni and use hashtag #24Hours4Sams so we can cheer you on!
Samaritans Awareness Day Ideas: Listen to Taylor Swift for 24 hours for Samaritans this July; Give up devices for 24 hours for Samaritans this July; Read books for 24 hours for Samaritans this July; Take on a 24-hour challenge for Samaritans this July!
You can raise funds through your challenge by donating to Samaritans Ireland or asking your friends and family to support your challenge.
FAQ
Does it take place on the 24th July?
Whilst Wednesday, 24th July (24/7) is Samaritans Awareness Day, we understand that, that date might not suit you. If that is the case, you can pick a date in July that does!
Why should I support Samaritans on 24/7
Samaritans in Northern Ireland offers emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, to anyone who is in distress, lonely, struggling to cope, or feeling suicidal. By taking on a 24-Hour Challenge for 24/7, you can make sure we're always here for people in their darkest hours.
Can I support Samaritans in another way?
Yes! If you don't want to take on a 24/7 challenge, but you'd still like to support us this Samaritans Awareness Day, please consider making a life-saving gift to Samaritans Ireland.