Annual community event
Walking for Hope
Join TJ's Light for a community walk centered on remembrance, suicide-prevention awareness, and support for people and families who may be struggling.
Event details
What to know before you walk
Details come from the foundation's official event flyer. Any field still being finalized shows "Details coming soon" — nothing here is guessed.
Date and start time
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 9:00–11:00 a.m.
Location and check-in
The Mou Latte, 601 6th Street, Mamou, LA 70554
Route
A loop from The Mou Latte: 6th Street → Pine Street → 7th Street → Mulberry Street → 6th Street
Registration deadline
Registration is open until the day of the walk
Parking and accessibility
Parking along 6th Street, Mulberry Street, and 7th Street
Event contact and announcements
Latrania Jack — 225-788-6037 · Jessica Clark — 318-335-5937 · Crystal Fusilier — 318-264-0433
The route
A loop through Mamou, starting and finishing at The Mou Latte
Turn by turn
- Start at The Mou Latte — head along 6th Street toward Pine Street.
- Turn right on Pine Street — continue across to 7th Street.
- Turn right on 7th Street — follow it to Mulberry Street.
- Turn right on Mulberry Street — continue back to 6th Street.
- Turn right on 6th Street — return to The Mou Latte.
Schematic only · North is up · Follow the listed turns. Street spacing is illustrative; use local signs and sidewalks.
What to bring
- A photo of a loved one who died by suicide, if you'd like to include them on our memorial table. Bringing a photo is completely optional.
- Comfortable walking shoes and clothing suited to the weather.
- A refillable water bottle. Water will also be provided.
- A hat and sunscreen if the walk is outdoors in sunny weather.
- Any personal medication or medical information you may need during the walk.
Please walk at a pace that feels right for you, take a break if you need one, and let an event organizer know if you feel unwell.
Event merchandise
Shirts and buttons — available now
Walk shirts and buttons are available now, as shown on the event flyer.
Walk shirts
Official Walking for Hope shirts.
Buttons
Wear your button every day leading up to the walk to help spread awareness. Let's start conversations and share hope!
How to order
- Purchase your shirts and/or buttons.
- Use the QR code below for payment.
- Message Latrania (225-788-6037) with your name, phone number, and what you want (shirt size(s) and/or number of buttons).
- If you have any questions, please inbox or message Latrania.
Payment (merchandise only)
Pay for shirts and/or buttons with Cash App ($TJslightfoundation — scan the code with your phone camera, or tap it) or Zelle (225-778-6037 or 318-335-5937). This is for merchandise only — it is not the foundation's donation method.
Registration
Walk with us
Registration collects only what is needed to organize the walk. Submissions are stored securely and visible only to the site owner.
Prefer paper?
Would you rather fill out a paper form? Download the registration form, print it, fill it in, and sign it — then bring it with you to the walk on Saturday, November 14. Cash payment is welcome on the day.
The form includes the participant information, shirt and button ordering, and waiver with a signature line.
Registration is open until the day of the walk — Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Teams and fundraising
Walk together, give together
Sponsors and partners
With thanks to our community
Questions
Event FAQs
Every step says: you are not alone.
Walk in remembrance. Walk for hope. Together we can shine a light on hope.