Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation Partners with Akron RubberDucks to Raise Awareness of Mental Health Initiatives

COLUMBUS (OH) – The Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation (OSPF) has entered a new partnership with the Akron RubberDucks, the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians. This collaboration aims to promote OSPF’s impactful mental health initiatives, such as Man Therapy Ohio and Life Side Ohio, throughout the 2025 home season at Canal Park.

Through this partnership, OSPF will have the opportunity to raise awareness and foster conversations about mental health, suicide prevention, and emotional well-being, reaching fans, families, and the broader Akron community. Each initiative’s messaging will appear prominently on digital displays at the ballpark.

“We’re proud to partner with the Akron RubberDucks to amplify the message of mental health awareness and suicide prevention across the region,” said OSPF Executive Director Tony Coder. “By leveraging the visibility of the Akron RubberDucks’ home games at Canal Park, we can reach thousands of individuals who may benefit from the resources and support that OSPF provides.”

Brian Lobban, Director of Corporate Partnerships and Special Events for the RubberDucks, added, “We are honored to support OSPF’s important initiatives. Mental health is a critical issue, and we hope that through this partnership, we can help normalize the conversation and encourage people to seek support when they need it most.”

Man Therapy Ohio is an innovative initiative designed to engage men in mental health conversations in a fun, relatable, and nonjudgmental way. This initiative aims to break down barriers to seeking help for mental health challenges by promoting the message that it’s okay not to be okay and encouraging men to seek professional support.

Life Side Ohio is a campaign of direct suicide prevention outreach dedicated to the firearms community, including retailers, veterans, and public safety. Life Side Ohio is apolitical and is not a 2nd Amendment advocacy organization. Instead, it is to save lives by talking openly and honestly about suicide and providing resources and education.

About OSPF

The OSPF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing suicide across Ohio. OSPF works to reduce the stigma surrounding suicide, promote evidence-based prevention strategies, and raise awareness about suicide’s connection to mental health, substance use disorders, and other contributing factors.

About Akron Rubber Ducks

The Akron RubberDucks are the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians, based in Akron, Ohio. Fans can purchase tickets by calling 330-253-5151 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays or visit akronrubberducks.com/. For more information about the team, please call 330-253-5151, visit the website at akronrubberducks.com, Facebook page facebook.com/AkronRubberDucks, Twitter @AkronRubberDuck, and Instagram @akronrubberducks.