Jim Compton

views are my own. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention National Board Member

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

We are pleased to announce the appointment of @1of2vics as AFSP’s first Vice President for Health Equity and Engagement.
https://t.co/BJY13sWyhr

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

When you know it’s going to be a great day! Thanks United @united

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

Congratulations to the British School of Chicago class of 2023 ! A wonderful group of young men and women who share a tremendous bond. We are especially proud of Jackson as he heads off to his next chapter at the University of Miami.

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

Doug ..thanks for all you do to promote mental health and suicide prevention. Congrats on the award …you are inspiring!

[Douglas Middleton @21DM_ERA]

A special night ahead! Thank you @afspnational for this award! The work with Mental Health and Suicide Prevention must continue! 🖤 #MentalHealth

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

Thankful to all those that walked today at Georgia Tech. Special thanks to the volunteers. Ryan Carney thanks for being the walk chair. Georgia Tech has a special place in our hearts. #HopeWalksHere #OutoftheDarkness ⁦@afspnational⁩ ⁦@AFSP_GA⁩

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

Congrats Doug. Thanks for all your leadership and support of youth and mental health issues. Look forward to seeing you at the gala!

[Douglas Middleton @21DM_ERA]

Extremely grateful for the recognition for my foundation Dream The Impossible and the work we continue to do to help youth and student-athletes with Mental Health support!

But also acknowledging there’s still plenty of work left to do! @afspnational #MentalHealth

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

Thanks Andre for sharing and reminding us that it’s ok to not be ok and that we are not alone.

Andre Drummond: How therapy helped Chicago Bulls center https://t.co/wdeSzyY4iF

[Mike Lamma @MikeLamma]

As we wrap up National Volunteer Appreciation Week we say thank you once again to all of our volunteers who make our work possible and know that we appreciate you every day @afspnational

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

Mike is running to support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Mike’s story is inspiring. So proud of those that work so that we can continue to save lives. Please consider supporting Mike as he takes on the Boston Marathon!
https://t.co/f2KwyyWnqP

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

Mike ..congrats on the anniversary!! We have been so fortunate to have your leadership over the past 19 years. Thank you for the many contributions.

[Mike Lamma @MikeLamma]

19 years ago today I walked into the Office on 120 Wall Street and began my career at AFSP. What an incredible journey it has been! In 2004 we had an annual budget of just over $2M and we had 15 chapters. To see our incredible growth is amazing @afspnational

[Christine Yu Moutier MD @cmoutierMD]

The @CDC has released its most recent data related to suicide (it's for 2021). Read AFSP's full statement and remember help is always available at @988Lifeline and @CrisisTextLine: https://t.co/iJXjf2KQVh

[AFSP Georgia @AFSP_GA]

Black mental health matters.

In honor of #MLKDay, check out and share these mental health resources for Black Communities.

[Phil Tyler @PtylerLt]

We need this man and his organization! We need @SollyThomas90 in our community to speak with our youth #Spokane. @TDefensiveLine come through. #WPMOYChallenge #MentalHealthMatters

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

@SollyThomas90 gets my vote for NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year. #He works tirelessly advocating on mental health issues. #WPMOYChallenge.. join all of us that know Solly and RT #WPMOYChallenge and help him win $25k for The Defensive Line

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

We're pleased to announce the appointment of Natasha King to the position of executive vice president and chief people, culture and diversity officer at AFSP! She brings 25 years of experience working for mission-based organizations. Learn more: https://t.co/apSIKL6Wpb

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

Thanks Solomon for all you do to raise awareness that we are not alone! #WPMOYChallenge #SuicidePrevention

[Martha Thomas @horstthomas]

Please help us with the WPMOY Charity Challenge! Every tweet and RT count as a vote!! We are dedicated to end the epidemic of suicide! #WPMOYChallenge  Thomas + @SollyThomas90

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

If you are struggling, you are not alone. Please call @988Lifeline or reach out to the @CrisisTextLine by texting TALK To 741741. They’ve got your back.

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

Congratulations Solomon! Appreciate all you do raising awareness of the importance of a healthy mental health. Your work is saving lives!

[Jim Compton @compton_jim]

So proud and thankful to those who participated on International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. Thankful to the AFSP team for all the work that brings so much to us survivors. #YouAreNotAlone

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

According to @WHO, 800K people die by suicide across the globe yearly. On International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, @AFSPnational supported nearly 300 events in 17 countries to support those who have lost loved ones. https://t.co/LgqKBAG9Jm