“They took his life — but not his light. We keep him alive through every bench we build, every friend we reach, and every life we save”
The Denis Friendship Bench is more than a bench — it’s a place with purpose.
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A dedicated place where students can talk, connect, and support one another.
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A space where hearts meet and healing begins
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A bench on every campus across the country
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A symbol of compassion and connection
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A reminder that being present with another person can save a life
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Mental health awareness and reduce stigma by
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creating a visual signal to encourage conversation and help
Your Donation Creates Real Change.
Every contribution goes directly toward building safer, more compassionate college communities:
Friendship Benches on campuses
Scholarships for students who demonstrate kindness, loyalty, and service
Awareness programs that teach friendship, intervention, and life-saving decision-making
National initiatives to protect students and prevent tragedies like Denis’s
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