Kicking The Stigma: Huntington Bank, IU Health and Lucas Oil Join Virtual Fundraiser

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Monday, May 3: "Mental Health Monday," supported by IU Health​

Monday will kick-off with an overview of Kicking The Stigma and the week's activities, as well as instructions on how to donate or bid on auction items throughout the week.


Highlight: A roundtable discussion hosted by Carson Daly of NBC's The Today Show and The Voice, with NFL players Darius Leonard (Colts), Hayden Hurst (Atlanta Falcons) and Solomon Thomas (Las Vegas Raiders) and Darren Waller (Raiders) sharing their personal experiences.

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Tuesday, May 4: "Tell Your Story Tuesday"​

On Tuesday, people will be encouraged to share personal stories about overcoming stigma or their own mental health journey using #KickingTheStigma via social media and with Colts social media accounts.


Highlight: Video messages and testimonials from Peyton Manning, Tony Dungy, Jeff Saturday, Frank Reich and his wife Linda.

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Wednesday, May 5: "Wellness Wednesday," supported by Lucas Oil Products​

This day, the Colts will share different types of wellness activities for the body and mind, as well as direct people to local mental health resources, free, low-cost or otherwise.


Highlight: Video messages and testimonials from Reggie Wayne, Oscar-winning writer and director Cameron Crowe, actor and comedian Mike Epps, and Chris Ballard.


The Colts Cheerleaders also will offer four wellness classes throughout the day with lessons in yoga, meditation, fitness and more at Facebook.com/NFLColtsCheer.

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Thursday, May 6: "Take Action Thursday," supported by Huntington Bank​

The final day will feature information on how to take control of your mental health and also highlight the work the Colts are doing with community partners in this space. Thursday also is the final day to bid on auction items. The fundraiser will conclude with a "live" program for all donors.


Highlight: A Colts-only roundtable, featuring players Kenny Moore II and Zaire Franklin; David Thornton, director of player engagement and former Colts linebacker; and Colts team counselor Elizabeth White, discussing the importance of mental health.