American Foundation for Suicide Prevention West Texas Chapter

Save Lives and Bring Hope to Those Affected by Suicide

Established in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) 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 West Texas Chapter was established in September 2022. The West Texas Chapter is the largest chapter in Texas covering 84 counties including the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle.

AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss.  AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies:

• Funding scientific research


• Educating the public about mental health and suicide prevention


• Advocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention


• Supporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide