Addiction is Real, Inc.

06/18/2026

Anyone want to join us? We will be decorating awesome narcan pouches and handing out friendship bracelets! ❤️🙌 anyone from St. Louis CRUSH want to hang on Saturday?

06/18/2026

We will be at the Family Arena for the 2026 Pride St. Charles Festival this Saturday, if you would like to volunteer at the CRUSH table, sign up here: https://bit.ly/m/CRUSHscc !

06/15/2026

We want to thank everyone who attended, donated or participated in this year’s Alec Ehrhardt Memorial Tournament! It was a big success thanks to you! 💚🤍💚

📸 If you have any photos are videos from the event that you’d like to share, please, upload them through the DropBox below. 📸

https://www.dropbox.com/request/39n9auckvo49y6a93al6

06/11/2026

Identity exploration? That's normal. 💫

Identity collapse? That's not normal. 💥

A strong, developing identity lowers susceptibility to peer pressure. Signs of healthy identity development often include:

✨ Vision boards, goal lists, and future plans
✨ Journals, creative writing, and self-reflection
✨ Posters, artwork, or interests that inspire and motivate
✨ Clothing and décor that express individuality openly and authentically
✨ Hobbies, passion projects, and activities that build purpose and confidence

When young people are encouraged to develop a strong, authentic identity, they become more resilient, more confident in their values, and less vulnerable to negative peer influence. 👥

A strong sense of self is one of the greatest protective factors a young person can have. Learn how to foster safe identity exploration and find practical, science-based guidance at https://addictionisreal.org/

06/07/2026

Register your Wiffleball team today! 6 team spots are remaining!

🚨 9 days left until sign-ups close! 🚨

We still have 6 team spots available—don’t miss out on a fun-filled day!

Not playing? No problem! You can still be part of the action by grabbing a t-shirt or cheering on the teams with us.

Let’s go—9 days, people!! 🙌

https://forms.gle/KYLkH3JLi5s7VYur8

06/05/2026

Check out this First Alert 4 segment on the Addiction Is Real, Inc., featuring Kent Ehrhardt, Addiction is Real Executive Director Erin Johnston and Student Ambassador Grant Monheiser.

https://www.firstalert4.com/video/2026/06/05/addiction-is-real/

Want to donate to honor Alec, or purchase a sponsorship or ball for the ball drop? https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E365285&id=19

Thank you to the MANY sponsors and players of the Alec Ehrhardt Memorial Golf Tournament and Golf Ball Drop - supporting Addiction is Real - we are SOLD OUT!

Erin Johnston
Kent Ehrhardt KMOV
Grant Monheiser
Addiction is Real, Inc.
April Chubb
Shelley Hurst Miller EOS Medical Spa

05/29/2026

Play Wiffleball? Join us for the The Ryan Xenakis Memorial Foundation Wiffleball Tournament! A portion of the proceeds benefit Addiction is Real, Inc. - in memory of Ryan! Register today! ❤️🙌

🥇 Want to be #1 AND take home a medal at the tournament?

Then don’t wait—sign up TODAY!! 🔥

Get your team registered or order your shirts now to guarantee your spot in this fun-filled day you won’t want to miss! 👕🏆

👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/Tx2gAqt8W22p3ZUC6

05/27/2026

Want to make a difference and put your business in front of a wider audience? ⛳💙
We’re currently seeking sponsors for the Alec Ehrhardt Memorial Golf Tournament on June 15, 2026!

With six sponsorship levels available — including both corporate and individual giving opportunities — there’s a meaningful way for everyone to get involved. Plus, Presenting and Platinum Sponsors will receive special recognition through Channel 4 News coverage during this summer’s Ball Drop Event! 🎥

Supporting this tournament is more than a marketing opportunity — it’s a chance to take a public stand against addiction and support efforts that save lives. Proceeds directly benefit Addiction is Real’s mission to expand awareness, provide vital resources, and strengthen communities impacted by substance use disorder.

Join us in honoring Alec’s legacy while helping create hope and change for others.

📍 Learn more: https://bit.ly/m/AlecEhrhardtMemorialTournament
📞 Call: (636) 209-5601
📧 Email: [email protected]

05/23/2026

Real life hero! ❤️🙌 way to go Justin Delivers Hope!

12/19/2025

Addiction is Real, Inc.’s Volunteers are reducing the stigma surrounding addiction by sharing their stories at events, on social media and in the news. Zack and his mom have been a part of our team for years - we appreciate his willingness to be interviewed for this piece. Thank you, David Amelotti, for keeping a close eye on area opioid remediation funds and exposing improper spending (like the snow plow purchased in a St. Louis county community). The stat David reported - 80% of the inmates at the St. Charles County jail are dealing with an opioid/substance use disorder - is stunning. We are happy to hear St. Charles County has included medication assisted therapy, and peer support in their plans for the jail’s renovation using the funds the county has been awarded. No one chooses the life Zack has lived - this disease is horrible - he is doing so much to help others by working with our team ♥️ solid job Fred Rottnek!

A jail expansion will serve dozens of inmates.