
A great opportunity for men to gather and “talk it out.”
Welcome to the Camo Hat Club™ – an all guys’ group that promotes real conversations, safe spaces, and the bonds of friendship for participants of all ages. To learn more or to join a club, contact us below. You need this!

Learn the story behind the Camo Hat Club™
The Half a Sorrow Foundation, in conjunction with the good folks at Linked by Legacy, a group of non profit organizations dedicated to ending suicide, are proud to introduce the Camo Hat Club.
The Camo Hat Club™ rallies around a simple truth: Men need men. It’s a straightforward statement that holds profound significance and impact, driven by a staggering and heart wrenching statistic: 80% of all suicides are men. The gravity of this figure cannot be understated. It demands attention, action, and a concerted effort to create opportunities where men can navigate the complexities of life together.
Close relationships with other people have more of an impact on our physical health and longevity than even our genes do (Mineo, 2017, Vadantam, 2018). A satisfying relationship can extend life longevity by up to 22%. Loneliness is a risk factor comparable to smoking, obesity, and high blood pressure (Holt-Lunstad, et al., 2010, Hawkley, et al, 2010, House, et al., 1988, Murphy, et al., 2017). Loneliness in men is correlated with cardiovascular disease and stroke. Again, men represent 80% of all deaths by suicides.
The mission of the Camo Hat Club™ is rooted in the belief that real conversations can be a lifeline. So in this spirit, the gatherings may begin with casual conversation, but they are a deliberate attempt to create an environment where men can check in with each other. The vision extends beyond the confines of a physical meeting—it aspires to be a beacon of hope, and a close knit community that stands together to help each other traverse the intricacies and struggles of being human.
Understanding Our Mission and Its Impact
The Camo Hat Club™ rallies around a simple truth: Men need men.of all suicides are men.
of life longevity can be extended by a satisfying relationship.
Club Benefits
What to expect from club meet-ups :

Friendship
Men as they get older tend to withdraw or suffer from what some call a “friendship recession.” The Camo Hat Club is an antidote by consistently gathering and connecting men to each other.

Belonging

Active Support
Why Camo?
It's a simple explanation
The choice of a camo hat is intentionally symbolic: Men tend to camouflage their emotions. Wearing the camo hat in a public place with a group of other men in their own camo hats will hopefully generate curiosity and conversations and actually do the opposite of camouflage – make it incredibly clear how to identify them!

How it works:
Identify Core Members
Be Regular
Establish a Simple Communication Channel
Outline the First Meeting's Agenda
Delegate Responsibilities
FAQ
Your questions, answered
Get the resources you need.
Learn more about suicide prevention and postvention.
Let's Connect.
Ready to connect with other men and share real conversations?
The Camo Hat Club™ offers a safe space where you can find friendship, belonging, and support.