Ed Ternan

As Thanksgiving approaches, we want to take a moment to say thank you. Your support, compassion and commitment to sharing our message means more teens and families will learn about the dangers of fake prescription pills made of fentanyl and other dangerous chemicals.

Thank you @ktvu for talking with @edternan about our effort to help faith groups across the U.S. educate their communities about the dangers of fake prescription pills made with fentanyl and other dangerous substances. ktvu.com/video/1727509 @Meta

🎙️ "We can’t separate the drug conversation from the mental health conversation." 💡 Powerful insight from Marcia Lee Taylor on @LisaDamour’s *Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting* podcast. Let’s check in with how kids are coping and ensure they have healthy ways to manage life’s pressures—without turning to substances. 💛 🎧 Listen to Episode #162: *How Do I Talk with My Teen About Fentanyl?* 📺 Watch now on YouTube: [youtu.be/fD6zuFcr6yA] #MentalHealth #ParentingTips #HealthyCoping #AskLisaPodcast #FentanylAwareness

🚨 **Did you KNOW?** 🚨 • Gen Z (ages 14-23) has the highest rate of fentanyl-involved drug deaths. • Fake prescription pills containing fentanyl are being sold across social media, disguised as legitimate meds. • Even drugs like cocaine, ecstasy, heroin, and meth are being laced with fentanyl without users knowing. Now that you KNOW, it’s time to act. 💡 Educating ourselves and our loved ones about the dangers of counterfeit pills can save lives. Get the facts and learn how to protect your community: **SongForCharlie.org** #FentanylKills #OnePillCanKill #SongForCharlie #CounterfeitPills #FentanylAwareness #ProtectGenZ #SpreadTheWord

📣 We have just released a new public service (PSA) campaign to raise awareness among parents and caregivers about the dangers of fentanyl and fake pills that are hurting our youth. The two PSAs, which feature nearly two dozen Oregonians (Oregon is disproportionately impacted by this issue), including high school students and parents. Learn more: bit.ly/4iiOHzs

Nearly 100 supporters, donors, and families impacted by the fentanyl crisis gathered at our recent partner appreciation events in Connecticut and New York City. In New York, SFC consultant Marcia Lee Taylor, as well as our partners Jennifer Stout from Snap and Jon Coyles from Major League Baseball, shared kind words about the work we’re doing together. Other notable attendees include Dr. Hina Talib, and drug policy expert Kevin Sabet. These gatherings sparked important conversations about end-of-year giving, corporate partnerships, and sustainable support for our mission. We were especially moved to reconnect with supporters who first joined us at a similar New York event two years ago—a testament to the lasting connections our mission continues to build. Special thanks to our hosts, Susan and Bill Lattimer, for making these events possible and so meaningful. (Photo: Dr. Hina Talib, MD (center) with Mary and Ed Ternan at SFC's recent New York City event)

We have so much gratitude for the impacted families and friends who have bravely shared their stories. By turning awareness into action, we honor the memories of the loved ones we've lost. 🤍 And with the continued support of our compassionate donors, we will continue to share our lifesaving message with teens, young adults and parents. To support our cause today visit: bit.ly/3YFzv7z #nonprofit #gratitude #fentanylawareness #justsayknow #onepillcankill

👀 Tune in tomorrow, Oct. 31st, at 9|8c to catch @Ed_Ternan in this life saving special segment from acclaimed journalists and filmmakers John Donvan and Caren Zucker. Together they speak with educators, law enforcement officials and family members of those lost to fentanyl, including our co-founder, Ed. Segment can be watched on all streaming services. @scrippsnews

How Two Latinas Are Tackling the Fentanyl Crisis Head-On—And Saving Lives bit.ly/4hjbqLg

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce we have earned the **Platinum Seal of Transparency** from **@CandidDotOrg (formerly GuideStar)**! 🌟 This is the highest level of transparency rating, showing our commitment to openly sharing our goals, strategies and the impact we’re having in the fight against fentanyl and fake pills. Thank you for supporting us as we continue to educate families, teens and young adults on how the drug landscape has changed. 💙 #SongForCharlie #PlatinumSeal #Candid #TransparencyMatters #SavingLives #FentanylAwareness #NonprofitLeadership

Join us for the Song for Charlie Collaboration Forum on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 9:00-10:00am PT / 12:00-1:00pm ET! We’ll feature two guest speakers and share key resources to empower your community: @LauraADidier, Director of Outreach, will introduce the Peer-to-Peer Fentanyl Education Program, providing free tools to help students educate their peers about fentanyl dangers. Gina Malagold, Director of Multicultural Affairs, will present La Nueva Drug Talk: Conectar para Empoderar, with drug education resources for Hispanic communities. RSVP today (bit.ly/3XMnvAT) and learn how you can help! #FentanylAwareness #YouthEducation #CommunityAction