Upcoming Events
Inspired by design and Amy's global travels, UTSS hosts design-based pop-up shops offering treasures from around the world, including destinations such as Morocco, Mexico and India; highlighting global artisans, and bringing our mission full circle by reminding us that we truly all live under the same sky. All profits raised from our fundraising efforts support American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Healing Conversations program.
Watch this space for details about the next UTSS fundraisers, including the evolution of the pop-up shops, as well as details on other events we’re supporting.
Summer 2024 Pop-Up Shop
Thursday, May 16, 2024
6 – 9 p.m.
Amy Kartheiser Design
311 W Superior, Suite 514, Chicago, IL
Under the Same Sky is thrilled to announce this year's annual Summer Pop-Up Shop! Join Under the Same Sky for an exclusive, in-person shopping experience at founder Amy Kartheiser’s brand-new interior design studio.
The Under the Same Sky shop features a curated selection of treasures from around the world, all crafted by makers and hand-selected by UTSS founder and Chicago interior designer Amy Kartheiser. Join us and enjoy light bites and sips while shopping for home decor, clothing items, art, and more — with funds going towards Under the Same Sky's mission to support survivors of suicide and the fight against suicide.
4th Annual Starry Night Soirée
Friday, November 15, 2024
6 – 9 p.m.
Artifacts Events
4325 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL
2nd Annual: Starry Night Soirée
Visit our event page to learn more and purchase tickets!
Walk and Talk Challenge
Walk and Talk Challenge
Amy launched Under the Same Sky’s inaugural Walk and Talk Challenge during May Mental Health Awareness month in 2021 as a way to encourage her Instagram community to combine getting out and moving, with the action we know can make the biggest difference: talking. This could mean grabbing a friend for a walk around your neighborhood or calling a family member up while you walk home from work. Whatever gets you moving and connected with those in your life.
We hope you'll join us this month as we walk together, under the same sky. Here’s how to participate:
Get Out There and Walk: Breathe in the fresh air and move your body. Walking will do wonders for your mind.
Talk + Connect: Bring a friend, call a loved one, or spiritually connect with someone who has passed. Use this moment in time to check in on others.
Snap a Pic or Video: Spread the word about Mental Health Awareness Month by posting a pic or video from your Walk and Talk to your Instagram.
Tag @utsscharity: Help support our mission to open up the conversation around mental health and support those who have been impacted by suicide loss.
Nominate a Friend (Or 2!): Let’s keep the movement going! Tag a friend or family member to join the #WalkandTalkChallenge.
A Starry Night Soirée
Founder Amy Kartheiser, along with the UTSS Auxiliary Board invite you to a memorable cocktail soirée filled with art, design, entertainment — and a few surprises — in partnership with Luxe Interiors + Design Chicago!
Sip, enjoy beautiful bites, and shop a selection of artisan-crafted décor and art in support of our mission to raise awareness, open conversations around mental health, and create funding for areas of need in suicide prevention and survivor support.
Tickets available here!
Can’t join us? We hope you’ll consider donating to our cause. Proceeds support American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Healing Conversations program.
*We will closely monitor and follow CDC guidelines for A Starry Night Soiree. All attendees will be notified of requirements and prior to event date.
Virtual Pop-Up Shop
Join us for our next Virtual Pop-up Shop May 13 - June 13.
Whether you’re looking to spruce up your summer wardrobe or explore your eclectic interests, you’ll find one-of-a-kind products from global artists and makers that have been specially curated by our founder, Amy Kartheiser.
All proceeds will support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Healing Conversations program. We hope to host you in-person during our next pop-up shop, but for now, happy online shopping!
#WalkandTalkChallenge
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH: #WalkandTalkChallenge
At Under the Same Sky, we truly believe that we must open the conversation to make a significant change for those struggling with mental health and for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. It’s the driving force of our mission.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, we are kicking off UTSS’s very first “walk and talk” social media challenge to spark dialogue and spread awareness in a way that is therapeutic in both healing and processing.
We also seek to raise vital funds in support of UTSS’s partner, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention(AFSP). The proceeds will benefit AFSP’s Healing Conversation program, that connects people who lost someone to suicide with a volunteer to talk with. Please consider making a donation at UTSSCHARITY.ORG/DONATE
Join the Movement:
1. GET OUT THERE AND TALK
Breathe in the fresh air and move your body. Walking will do wonders to your mind.
2. TALK + CONNECT
Bring a friend, called a loved one, connect with someone who has passed; use this moment in time to check in on others.
3. SNAP A PIC OR VIDEO
Spread the word and post a picture or video from your Walk and Talk to your Instagram.
4. TAG @UTSSCHARITY ON INSTAGRAM
Help support our mission to open up the conversation around mental health and support those who have been impacted by suicide loss.
5. NOMINATE A FRIEND(OR 2)
Let’s keep this movement going! Encourage a friend or family member to join the #WalkandTalkChallenge.
We are all in this together. Join in, and make a difference.
Building on Hope: Virtual Pop-Up Shop
Whether you’re looking for something special to refresh your space or are on the hunt for the perfect holiday gift, you will find unique globally-sourced treasures that spark inspiration and imagination.
All proceeds will support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Healing Conversations program. We hope to host you in-person during our next pop-up shop, but for now, happy online shopping!
Virtual Pop-Up Shopping Event with Luxe Interiors + Design
Join Luxe Interiors + Design Editor Shannon Sharpe and our co-founder and interior designer Amy Kartheiser on Instagram at @amykartheiserdesign for a virtual Q&A and live design pop-up shop. Learn more about our mission to support those impacted by suicide and loss through awareness, conversation, connection and funding. Get a first look at the globally curated, artisan-crafted décor and goods available by attending this special virtual pop-up shopping event.
Watch here!
Shop here!
All proceeds will support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Healing Conversations program.
Learn more about Shannon and Luxe Interiors + Design.
Thursday of Launch Week
A Healing Conversation with American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
We’re honored to have Shannon Donnick of AFSP join us to discuss the power of its Healing Conversations program, why opening conversation around suicide is so critical, and how UTSS + AFSP will work together on education, awareness, and advocacy for those affected by suicide. Join us on Instagram Live on @afspnational or @utsscharity.
Learn more about Shannon and AFSP.
Wednesday of Launch Week
A Conversation about Grief with Barri Leiner Grant of The Memory Circle
Loss and grief looks different for everyone. During this heartfelt and open conversation, Amy is joined by Barri Leiner Grant of The Memory Circle to share their personal journeys through grief, and how survivors can move forward following tremendous loss. You won’t want to miss this heartfelt and moving conversation, so join us on IGTV @utsscharity.
Learn more about Barri and The Memory Circle.
Tuesday of Launch Week
Meet the Maker: Kass O’Brien Ceramics
Join Amy for a (socially distanced) virtual tour of Kass O’Brien’s Lake Forest ceramics studio. As one of the makers featured in UTSS’ design pop-up shops, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at Kass’s process and a sneak peek of some of the coveted pieces available for purchase during the virtual pop-up shop (11/21 - 12/12). It’s all taking place on IGTV @utsscharity.
Learn more about Kass O’Brien.
Monday of Launch Week
We’re kicking off launch week with our co-founder Amy Kartheiser, as she shares her story and personal journey dealing with suicide loss, the bridge between her interior design business and raising funds for suicide awareness and survivor support, and how she envisions UTSS making an impact on the lives of survivors in the future.
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Under the Same Sky Launch Event + Pop-Up Shop [CANCELED]
Due the limitations Covid-19 social distancing guidelines have presented, we have made the difficult but necessary decision to cancel the UTSS launch event. Suicide awareness and prevention is of utmost importance during these challenging times, so we are busy dreaming up a virtual UTSS shopping experience that will raise vital funds for AFSP. Check back soon for details!