ZIA LARSON'S RAY OF LIGHT FOUNDATION
Illuminating the pathway to mental health recovery.
Events
How You Can Help
The Zia Larson Ray of Light Foundation holds two main events annually - The Annual Walk Run and the Gathering of Light Symposium. Walkers, runners, and supporters, make a meaningful impact through these campaigns and through partnership throughout the year. Every step taken and every dollar raised brings us closer to our goal of treating mental illness like physical illness and reducing stigma around care and solutions.
2025 - 9th Annual Walk Run!
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On September 13, 2025 we held our 9th Annual Walk Run at Magnusson Park. More information available SOON about our 10th Anniversary Celebration!
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The Gathering of Light Symposium
The 2025 Gathering of Light was held at the Northwest African American Museum on September 13th featuring Dr. Sarah Kopelovich and Tamara Smith-Jones. WE revisited the important work of The University of Washington's Psychosis REACH, a family-centered approach to supporting recovery from psychosis.
We explored how partnering with families fosters trust, empowerment, and hope. Tamara Smith-Jones explored the powerful role of peer-to-peer support—rooted in African Ancestry and Black faith communities— reduces stigma and promotes mental wellness.
