04/29/2026
Welcome everyone, and thank you for joining me today. I am proud to introduce The King Initiative, a non-profit dedicated to fentanyl awareness and education.
We are here to honor the memory of Marcus, who was tragically lost when he was poisoned by fentanyl placed in his drink. Our mission is to prevent this heartbreak from reaching other families by providing the education, advocacy, and resources needed to keep our community safe.
Tonight marks the start of our journey to turn pain into purpose. Please follow our new page to stay updated on our programs and join us in this vital fight. Why do you call it "poisoning" instead of "overdose"?
"An overdose often implies a known risk or a struggle with addiction. Poisoning happens when someone is deceived—like when a substance is secretly put into a drink. It’s about a lack of knowledge and a lack of consent, and we believe the language we use should reflect that truth."
2. What is the main goal of The King Initiative?
"Our goal is education and prevention. We want to make sure every parent, friend, and young person knows how easily fentanyl can be hidden. We are turning our pain into a platform to save the next person."
3. How can the community help?
"Right now, you can help by sharing our mission and starting these hard conversations at home. Awareness is our best defense. Follow our page for upcoming resources and educational programs we’ll be launching soon."
This is designed to be read at the very end of your Live session to leave a lasting impact.
"Thank you all for joining me today and for letting me share the heart behind The King Initiative.
We aren't just here to talk about a crisis; we are here to honor a legacy. We are here to say that the truth matters, and that the lives lost to poisoning deserve to be remembered for who they truly were. This is just the beginning. We are going to educate, we are going to advocate, and together, we are going to make sure that no more seats are left empty at the table because of a choice someone else made.
Stay safe, stay informed, and thank you for being part of this journey with me."