# Walk for the 22 Raises Veteran Suicide Awareness

> Heroes Compass hosts a 2.2-mile walk on Sept 22 to honor 22 daily veteran suicides.
- Title: Walk for the 22 Raises Veteran Suicide Awareness | Shortify
- Summary: Heroes Compass hosts a 2.2-mile walk on Sept 22 to honor 22 daily veteran suicides. Heroes Compass runs a statewide walk on Sept 22 to raise awareness of 22…
- Keywords: walk for the 22, veterans suicide, heroes compass, fargo, north dakota, vfw post 762, amvets, american legion, va mental health, suicide prevention, news, local
- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/09/22/walk-22-aims-raise-awareness-veterans-suicide
- Published: 2026-09-22T12:15:24.778+00:00
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- Topics: walk for the 22, veterans suicide, heroes compass, fargo, north dakota, vfw post 762, amvets, american legion, va mental health, suicide prevention, news, local
## Walk for the 22 Event
Heroes Compass created a 2.2-mile walk on Sept 22 at 9:22 a.m. to highlight 22 veterans dying by suicide daily in the U.S.

> Every number in this event is intentional
## Event Details
Participants walk 2.2 miles from Percy Godwin Park to VFW Post 762 in downtown Fargo starting at 9:22 a.m. on Sept 22.
## Why the Numbers Matter
Tim Kuhn, CEO of Heroes Compass, says the date, time, and distance are intentional to ensure 22 veterans are never just a number.

> Every number in this event is intentional
## Statewide Participation
Eight North Dakota organizations, including VFW posts and AMVETS chapters, are registered to hold 2.2-mile walks on Sept 22.
## Walk Registration
The walk is free for veterans, families, and community members to join or register their own virtual or local walks.
## VA Support
The Fargo VA Health Care System will provide resources at an information table for veterans and their families.
## Key takeaway

Heroes Compass runs a statewide walk on Sept 22 to raise awareness of 22 veterans dying by suicide each day.