Our fight for a brighter future
At Ari's Angels, we transform tragedy into purpose. Our advocacy programs are born from a deep personal commitment to prevent unimaginable loss and to support those left behind. Join us in raising awareness, providing critical resources, and building a community where no one has to face these challenges alone.
Fentanyl advocacy: raising awareness
The lethal presence of fentanyl in our communities is a silent epidemic. Our fentanyl advocacy program is dedicated to raising critical awareness about its dangers, how it's impacting families in Mandan, North Dakota, and beyond. We provide vital information to equip individuals and families with the knowledge needed to protect their loved ones from this devastating substance.
Rapid response: equipping communities
In emergencies, rapid response saves lives. Our program focuses on distributing Narcan (naloxone) and providing essential 'know-how' training. We empower every family, first responder, and community member to confidently reverse an opiate overdose, turning moments of crisis into opportunities for survival and recovery.
Anti-bullying & mental health: ensuring no one is alone
Bullying and targeting can have tragic outcomes, especially for young people struggling with mental health. Ari's Angels advocates against these harmful behaviors, creating safe spaces and ensuring that no one feels they have nowhere to turn. We provide resources and support to foster resilience and promote mental well-being.
Support for the left behind: healing young hearts
The impact of loss reverberates deepest for the children left to navigate a world without their parents. Our 'Support for the Left Behind' program specifically focuses on these young lives, offering comfort, guidance, and resources to help them process their grief and build a foundation for a hopeful future.
"We fight because we know the cost of losing. We advocate because we believe in the power of staying."
Our family was devastated by two separate tragedies in 2025. In April, my granddaughter Ari's mother passed away due to fentanyl toxicity. Only 6 months later in October, my son, Ari's father, was lost to tragic circumstances involving targeting and bullying. Watching Ari lose both parents within a single year has fueled our mission to provide the support and services that were missing for our family. Although they lost their fight, we continue to fight for them and for every other family so that they don't go through this unimaginable loss.
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