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Mental Health Awareness Jersey Auction and Raffle

On Saturday, Jan. 9 and Sunday, Jan. 10 at Allstate Arena, the Wolves face the Rockford IceHogs and Iowa Wild, respectively. Wolves players will don specially designed “Mental Health Awareness” jerseys, presented by Campfire Marshmallows, that will then be auctioned to raise money for Chicago Wolves Charities, Driven by Kia, Erika’s Lighthouse, Paws for Patrick, National Alliance for Mental Illness and more mental health related charities!

The Wolves are committed to shining a spotlight on Mental Health Awareness. The organization is proud to help those struggling with mental health issues and other related causes through a series of initiatives and partnerships with charities to benefit those in need.

Taking home a Mental Health Awareness jersey isn’t the only way Wolves fans can show their support. Also available for donations are Mental Health Awareness Mystery Pucks as well and Stronger Together Mystery Pucks.

Together, we can make a difference.

ABOUT THE JERSEY

Mental Health Awareness Crest:

The butterfly represents transformation, resilience and hope. Often associated with change and new beginnings, it reflects the ongoing nature of mental health. The challenges we experience, the ways we grow through them and the possibility of change ahead. The butterfly serves as a reminder that growth is a process, and that no one is defined by a single moment or struggle.

Behind the butterfly, the crest features seven colors representing mental health conditions and causes:

  • Blue – Depression
  • Teal – PTSD
  • Orange – ADHD
  • Purple – Suicide Prevention
  • Black & White – Bipolar Disorder
  • Periwinkle – Eating Disorders
  • Red – Addiction

Stronger Together Patch:

The three wolves represent the strength found in community and connection. Mental health challenges can often feel isolating, but no one has to face them alone. Whether through friends, family, teammates, professionals or the broader community, having others beside us can make a meaningful difference.

Behind the wolves, the rising sun represents hope and the promise of a new day. It is a reminder that even after our most difficult moments, there is always the possibility of something brighter ahead.

The Semicolon:

In mental health and suicide prevention, the semicolon represents continuation. In writing, a semicolon is used where a sentence could have ended, but instead continues.

That idea has become a symbol of hope and solidarity for those affected by mental illness, and serves as a reminder that difficult moments do not have to be the end of someone’s story.

MENTAL HEALTH STATS AND FACTS

  • More than 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year
  • More than 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year
  • More than 1 in 7 U.S. adults youth ages 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year
  • 50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, and 75% by age 24
  • Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. and 2nd leading cause of death among ages 10-24
  • 46% of Americans will meet the criteria for a diagnosable mental health condition sometime in their life
  • 59.3 million U.S. adults with mental illness, which is 23.1% of U.S. adults
  • 2.5 million U.S. adults with major depression, which is 8.8% of U.S. adults
  • A person dies by suicide in the U.S. around every 11 minutes, nearly 49,000 people a year

Players’ jerseys will be available via silent auction, blind auction, and golden ticket raffle. Check back in early December for more details on how and where to place your bids.

THE CHARITIES

  • Erika’s Lighthouse

    Erika’s Lighthouse educates and raises awareness about adolescent depression, encouraging good mental health and breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

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  • NAMI Cook County North Suburban

    NAMI CCNS is a grass roots organization and an affiliate of the NAMI National organization. Our affiliate was started in the early 1990’s by a group of family members who were all dealing with the challenges of loved ones with mental illness. They offered a Family to Family class and that was the beginning of our affiliate, which now serves over 17 communities in our catchment area.

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  • Paws for Patrick

    Paws for Patrick connects young people with Emotional Support Animals and Therapy Dogs to aid them as they live with mental illness.

     

     

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