Turn the Tide on Suicide Golf Tournament
The 4th Annual Nichols Center Golf Tournament shines a spotlight on the urgent crisis of suicide among first responders. National research shows that firefighters and law enforcement officers are more likely to die by suicide than in the line of duty, and EMS professionals are about 1.4 times more likely to die by suicide than the general public. Many firefighters and EMS providers report serious suicidal thoughts and attempts over the course of their careers, reflecting the heavy emotional toll of constant exposure to trauma. This event raises critical funds so first responders, 911, and law enforcement personnel can access free suicide prevention trainings, crisis stress debriefings, and therapeutic support—ensuring those who protect our communities receive life‑saving care themselves.
YOUR SPONSORSHIP SAVES FIRST RESPONDERS’ LIVES
Why this tournament matters
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Suicide is a leading cause of death in the U.S., with nearly 49,000 lives lost in 2023 and an estimated 2.2 million attempts nationwide.
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Georgia’s suicide rate is higher than the national average, with more than 1,600 deaths each year, making prevention a critical local priority.
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National research shows first responders face significantly higher risks of depression, PTSD, and suicide than the general public due to repeated exposure to trauma and chronic stress.
What Nichols Center is doing
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Nichols Center provides free, trauma‑informed trainings on mental health, stress management, suicide prevention, and overdose response tailored specifically for law enforcement, fire, EMS, 911, and public safety personnel.
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They deliver crisis stress debriefings and ongoing therapy and family support services at no cost to first responders, helping them process critical incidents and stay in the careers that keep our communities safe.
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Their programs reach departments across Georgia, equipping thousands of responders and families with practical tools for resilience, recovery, and hope.
How your sponsorship helps
Every sponsorship level directly funds:
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Suicide prevention and resilience trainings for first responder agencies
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Crisis stress debriefings after traumatic calls
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No‑cost counseling and family support for responders in crisis
Impact:
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A single team sponsorship can underwrite suicide prevention training for an entire department.
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A major sponsorship can fund multiple regional trainings and dozens of debriefing sessions, touching hundreds of first responders and their families.
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Presenting Sponsor – $10,000 dollars: Title sponsorship exclusive top billing on all materials, headline logo placement, and recognition as the lead funder of first responder suicide prevention and resiliency programs.
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Premier Sponsor – $7,500 dollars: Major logo placement on the tournament flyer, impact flyer, signage, and website, plus special recognition at the event and in social media outreach.
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Gold Sponsor – $5000 dollars: Prominent logo on event signage and digital promotions, recognition during the program, and inclusion in follow-up communications.
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Silver Sponsor – $2,500 dollars: Logo on shared sponsor signage and website, plus recognition from the stage and in thank-you emails.
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Community Sponsor - $1,000 dollars: Ideal entry point for local businesses; name or logo listed on group “thank you” materials and website.
THANK YOU SPONSORS
We are so grateful for your support!
Together we can make a difference for our first responders, together we can save lives!
