The John Brower Jr. Foundation

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The John Brower Jr. Foundation The John Brower Jr. Foundation aspires to prevent lives from being lost to the horrific op**te and he**in epidemic that plagues our country.

Opiates are among the deadliest and most widely used and abused drugs in the United States. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), approximately 3.8 million Americans ages 12 and older reported trying op**tes at least once during their lifetimes, representing 1.5% of the total U.S. population ages 12 and older. Opiates are not a โ€œhobbyistโ€ drug; tragically, youth curiosity often leads to experimentation, addiction, and death. Foundation was established in 2015 by John and Jody Brower in memory of their son John, who lost his life to op**te addiction at the age of 25. Determination to turn their sonโ€™s passing into a positive force for change was the motivation to help create awareness about this op**te epidemic and provide help for those who do not have the means to help themselves. Foundation will organize fundraising events to help raise awareness for young adults to overcome drug dependency and re-discover life before it is too late. With the ongoing support and encouragement of caring people from around the globe, the John Brower Jr. Foundation will continue its mission to prevent drug use amongst teens and young adults, and to help young addicts get on the road to recovery. To learn more about the John Brower Jr. Foundation and to get involved, please contact us at [email protected].

09/14/2026

โค๏ธ WHAT A WEEKEND. WHAT A COMMUNITY. WHAT AN IMPACT. โค๏ธ

This past weekend was truly incredible, and we are still overwhelmed by the love and support shown for Heroes Against He**in โ€“ The John Brower Jr. Foundation. ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ

What began as an event to bring people together became something so much bigger โ€” a powerful reminder that addiction affects families, friends, and entire communities, and that no one should have to face it alone.

To everyone who came out, donated, sponsored, volunteered, participated, purchased raffle tickets, shared our message, or supported us in any way โ€” THANK YOU. โค๏ธ

Because of YOU, we are able to continue shining a light on addiction, spreading awareness, supporting those struggling with substance use, and honoring the lives we have lost.

Every conversation matters.
Every person we reach matters.
Every life matters.

We do this for the people still fighting.
We do this for the families who continue to carry the weight of addiction.
And we do this for the loved ones we lost far too soon. ๐Ÿ’œ

The success of this weekend wasnโ€™t measured only by the money we raised โ€” it was measured by the number of people who came together and said, โ€œWe will not be silent. We will not stop fighting. We will not give up.โ€

From all of us at Heroes Against He**in โ€“ The John Brower Jr. Foundation, thank you for standing beside us and helping us turn heartbreak into hope. โค๏ธ

Together, we can break the stigma. Spread awareness. Save lives. And remind those struggling with addiction that there is always hope.

This is more than a foundation.
This is a mission.
This is a fight for our heroes. โค๏ธ

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๐Ÿ’™ THANK YOU FOR WALKING WITH US! ๐Ÿ’™To everyone who attended, donated, volunteered, sponsored, shared our message, or supp...
09/13/2026

๐Ÿ’™ THANK YOU FOR WALKING WITH US! ๐Ÿ’™

To everyone who attended, donated, volunteered, sponsored, shared our message, or supported the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walkโ€”thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Your compassion and generosity made this event truly meaningful. Together, we honored the lives lost to addiction, stood beside individuals and families affected by substance use, raised awareness, and reminded our community that recovery is possible and no one has to face this journey alone.

Every step walked, every dollar donated, and every helping hand strengthens the work of the John Brower Jr. Foundation and Project Outreach. Your support helps provide prevention, education, recovery support, and essential resources to people in our community.

We are deeply grateful to our attendees, donors, volunteers, sponsors, musicians, vendors, and everyone who helped make this special day possible.

This is more than a walkโ€”it is a community united by remembrance, compassion, and hope. Together, we are making a difference. ๐Ÿ’™

With heartfelt gratitude,
The John Brower Jr. Foundation

Learn more and continue supporting our mission:
https://johnbrowerjrfoundation.org/

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The John Brower Jr. Foundation aspires to prevent lives from being lost to the horrific op**te and he**in epidemic that plagues our country.

The Walk is Tomorrow!!!Please join us. Tickets are still available
09/11/2026

The Walk is Tomorrow!!!
Please join us. Tickets are still available

๐Ÿ’™ ONLY 2 DAYS TO GO! ๐Ÿ’™

Join us THIS SATURDAY, September 12th, for the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walk at Jones Beach! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŒŠ

This isnโ€™t just a 5K. Itโ€™s a day of remembrance. A day of awareness. A day of hope.

We walk to honor the lives weโ€™ve lost, stand beside those struggling with addiction, support individuals and families affected by substance use, and remind our community that recovery is possible and no one has to face this alone. ๐Ÿ’™

Every step matters.
Every voice matters.
Every person who shows up makes a difference.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ 60+ Raffle Prizes & Auction Items
๐ŸŽถ DJ & Live Music
๐Ÿ’™ FREE NARCANยฎ Training
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ 5K Walk
๐Ÿฅค Refreshments & More!

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 12, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Jones Beach Field 1 โ€“ Wantagh, NY
โฐ Registration: 9:00 AM | Walk Begins: 10:00 AM

All proceeds benefit the John Brower Jr. Foundation & Project Outreach, supporting prevention, education, recovery, and resources in our community.

๐Ÿ‘‰ REGISTER TODAY!
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Tag someone who should walk with you. And PLEASE SHARE this post so we can reach as many people as possible.

Letโ€™s fill Jones Beach with HOPE. ๐Ÿ’™

๐ŸŒ https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr-foundation-uxetud

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๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ THE RAFFLES ARE BACK! ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธTOMORROW IS THE DAY! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’™Our 11th Annual John Brower Jr. Foundation 5K is almost here, and w...
09/11/2026

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ THE RAFFLES ARE BACK! ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ

TOMORROW IS THE DAY! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’™

Our 11th Annual John Brower Jr. Foundation 5K is almost here, and we have an AMAZING lineup of 61 raffle baskets & prizes up for grabs! ๐ŸŽ‰

From Mets tickets โšพ๏ธ, an autographed Yankees jersey, a signed NY Giants photo, concerts, golf, family fun, date nights, spa days, cooking baskets, fall & Halloween favorites, gift cards and SO much more โ€” there is truly something for everyone! ๐ŸŽ

But these raffles are about so much more than winning a great prize. Every ticket purchased helps us continue our mission of raising awareness and supporting those affected by addiction and overdose. ๐Ÿ’™

Come walk.
Come remember.
Come support.
Come win! ๐Ÿ†

๐Ÿ“… TOMORROW โ€” September 12th
๐Ÿ“ Join us for the 11th Annual John Brower Jr. Foundation 5K

Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring your luck! ๐Ÿ€๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ

61 chances to win. ONE incredible cause. ๐Ÿ’™

We canโ€™t wait to see you tomorrow!
THANK YOU for helping us keep Johnโ€™s memory alive and turning our loss into a mission of hope. ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ

๐Ÿ’™ ONLY 2 DAYS TO GO! ๐Ÿ’™Join us THIS SATURDAY, September 12th, for the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walk at Jones ...
09/10/2026

๐Ÿ’™ ONLY 2 DAYS TO GO! ๐Ÿ’™

Join us THIS SATURDAY, September 12th, for the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walk at Jones Beach! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŒŠ

This isnโ€™t just a 5K. Itโ€™s a day of remembrance. A day of awareness. A day of hope.

We walk to honor the lives weโ€™ve lost, stand beside those struggling with addiction, support individuals and families affected by substance use, and remind our community that recovery is possible and no one has to face this alone. ๐Ÿ’™

Every step matters.
Every voice matters.
Every person who shows up makes a difference.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ 60+ Raffle Prizes & Auction Items
๐ŸŽถ DJ & Live Music
๐Ÿ’™ FREE NARCANยฎ Training
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ 5K Walk
๐Ÿฅค Refreshments & More!

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 12, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Jones Beach Field 1 โ€“ Wantagh, NY
โฐ Registration: 9:00 AM | Walk Begins: 10:00 AM

All proceeds benefit the John Brower Jr. Foundation & Project Outreach, supporting prevention, education, recovery, and resources in our community.

๐Ÿ‘‰ REGISTER TODAY!
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Tag someone who should walk with you. And PLEASE SHARE this post so we can reach as many people as possible.

Letโ€™s fill Jones Beach with HOPE. ๐Ÿ’™

๐ŸŒ https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr-foundation-uxetud

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๐Ÿ’™ ONLY 3 DAYS TO GO! ๐Ÿ’™The countdown is officially on! Join us NEXT SATURDAY, September 12th, for the 11th Annual Heroes ...
09/09/2026

๐Ÿ’™ ONLY 3 DAYS TO GO! ๐Ÿ’™

The countdown is officially on! Join us NEXT SATURDAY, September 12th, for the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walk at Jones Beach! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŒŠ
This isnโ€™t just a 5K. Itโ€™s a day of remembrance. A day of awareness. A day of hope.
We walk to honor the lives weโ€™ve lost, stand beside those struggling with addiction, support individuals and families affected by substance use, and remind our community that recovery is possible and no one has to face this alone. ๐Ÿ’™

Every step matters.
Every voice matters.
Every person who shows up makes a difference.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ 60+ Raffle Prizes & Auction Items
๐ŸŽถ DJ & Live Music
๐Ÿ’™ FREE NARCANยฎ Training
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ 5K Walk
๐Ÿฅค Refreshments & More!

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 12, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Jones Beach Field 1 โ€“ Wantagh, NY
โฐ Registration: 9:00 AM | Walk Begins: 10:00 AM

All proceeds benefit the John Brower Jr. Foundation & Project Outreach, supporting prevention, education, recovery, and resources in our community.

๐Ÿ‘‰ REGISTER TODAY!
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Tag someone who should walk with you. And PLEASE SHARE this post so we can reach as many people as possible.

https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr-foundation-uxetud

Letโ€™s fill Jones Beach with HOPE. ๐Ÿ’™
๐ŸŒ Register & Learn More
https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr...
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11th Annual 5k (Jones Beach Field 1)

09/04/2026

๐Ÿ’™ ONLY 8 DAYS UNTIL THE HEROES AGAINST HE**IN 5K WALK AT JONES BEACH! ๐Ÿ’™

Long Island, letโ€™s come together for a powerful day of remembrance, addiction awareness, recovery support and hope.

Join us on Saturday, September 12, 2026, for the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walk at Jones Beach Field 1 in Wantagh, New York. ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŒŠ

This is more than a 5K walk. It is an opportunity to:

๐Ÿ’™ Honor the lives lost to addiction
๐Ÿ’™ Support individuals and families affected by substance use
๐Ÿ’™ Raise awareness about prevention and recovery
๐Ÿ’™ Help break the stigma surrounding addiction
๐Ÿ’™ Remind our community that recovery is possible

Every step matters. Every voice matters. Your presence can make a difference.

EVENT DETAILS

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 12, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Jones Beach Field 1, Wantagh, NY
โฐ Registration begins at 9:00 AM
๐Ÿ The 5K walk begins at 10:00 AM

All proceeds benefit the John Brower Jr. Foundation and Project Outreach, helping provide addiction prevention, education, recovery support and essential resources to individuals and families throughout the community.

๐Ÿ‘‰ REGISTER FOR THE JONES BEACH 5K TODAY:
https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr

Bring your family. Invite your friends. Tag someone who should walk with you.

Please LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE this post to help us reach more people across Long Island who have been affected by addiction.

Together, we can honor those we have lost, support those still fighting and fill Jones Beach with strength, compassion and hope. ๐Ÿ’™

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๐Ÿ’™ ONLY 8 DAYS TO GO! ๐Ÿ’™The countdown is officially on! Join us NEXT SATURDAY, September 12th, for the 11th Annual Heroes ...
09/04/2026

๐Ÿ’™ ONLY 8 DAYS TO GO! ๐Ÿ’™

The countdown is officially on! Join us NEXT SATURDAY, September 12th, for the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walk at Jones Beach! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŒŠ

This isnโ€™t just a 5K. Itโ€™s a day of remembrance. A day of awareness. A day of hope.

We walk to honor the lives weโ€™ve lost, stand beside those struggling with addiction, support individuals and families affected by substance use, and remind our community that recovery is possible and no one has to face this alone. ๐Ÿ’™

Every step matters.
Every voice matters.
Every person who shows up makes a difference.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ 60+ Raffle Prizes & Auction Items
๐ŸŽถ DJ & Live Music
๐Ÿ’™ FREE NARCANยฎ Training
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ 5K Walk
๐Ÿฅค Refreshments & More!

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 12, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Jones Beach Field 1 โ€“ Wantagh, NY
โฐ Registration: 9:00 AM | Walk Begins: 10:00 AM

All proceeds benefit the John Brower Jr. Foundation & Project Outreach, supporting prevention, education, recovery, and resources in our community.

๐Ÿ‘‰ REGISTER TODAY!
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Tag someone who should walk with you. And PLEASE SHARE this post so we can reach as many people as possible.

Letโ€™s fill Jones Beach with HOPE. ๐Ÿ’™

๐ŸŒ Register & Learn More
https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr-foundation-uxetud

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๐Ÿ’™ BE A HERO. MAKE AN IMPACT. ๐Ÿ’™10 Days left!!!!!!   https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr-foundation-uxetu...
09/02/2026

๐Ÿ’™ BE A HERO. MAKE AN IMPACT. ๐Ÿ’™

10 Days left!!!!!!

https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr-foundation-uxetud

Join us for the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walk on Saturday, September 12, 2026, as we come together to honor lives lost, support those struggling with addiction, and bring hope to individuals and families affected by substance use.
This event is about so much more than a 5K. Every step represents hope. Every participant represents support. Every dollar helps make a difference.
Come walk with us, bring your family and friends, and help us spread awareness while supporting prevention, education, recovery, and resources in our community. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’™
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 12, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Jones Beach Field 1 โ€“ Wantagh, NY
โฐ Registration: 9:00 AM | Walk Begins: 10:00 AM
The day will feature:
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ 5K Walk
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Auction Raffle
๐ŸŽถ DJ/Live Music
๐Ÿ’™ Free NARCANยฎ Training
๐Ÿฅค Refreshments
All proceeds benefit the John Brower Jr. Foundation & Project Outreach.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Register today and help us make an impact!
https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr...
Please share this post, tag someone who should join you, and help us reach more people. Together, we can remind those struggling with addiction that they are not alone, recovery is possible, and hope starts here. ๐Ÿ’™

11th Annual 5k (Jones Beach Field 1)

๐Ÿ’™ BE A HERO. MAKE AN IMPACT. ๐Ÿ’™12 Days left!!!!!!Join us for the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walk on Saturday, S...
08/31/2026

๐Ÿ’™ BE A HERO. MAKE AN IMPACT. ๐Ÿ’™

12 Days left!!!!!!

Join us for the 11th Annual Heroes Against He**in 5K Walk on Saturday, September 12, 2026, as we come together to honor lives lost, support those struggling with addiction, and bring hope to individuals and families affected by substance use.
This event is about so much more than a 5K. Every step represents hope. Every participant represents support. Every dollar helps make a difference.
Come walk with us, bring your family and friends, and help us spread awareness while supporting prevention, education, recovery, and resources in our community. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’™
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 12, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Jones Beach Field 1 โ€“ Wantagh, NY
โฐ Registration: 9:00 AM | Walk Begins: 10:00 AM
The day will feature:
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ 5K Walk
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Auction Raffle
๐ŸŽถ DJ/Live Music
๐Ÿ’™ Free NARCANยฎ Training
๐Ÿฅค Refreshments
All proceeds benefit the John Brower Jr. Foundation & Project Outreach.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Register today and help us make an impact!
https://givebutter.com/11th-annual-5k-john-brower-jr-foundation-uxetud

Please share this post, tag someone who should join you, and help us reach more people. Together, we can remind those struggling with addiction that they are not alone, recovery is possible, and hope starts here. ๐Ÿ’™

11th Annual 5k (Jones Beach Field 1)

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1000 Ocean Pkwy
Wantagh, NY
11793

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