Amara Rose Foundation, Inc.

08/21/2025

Today we observe National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. There were so many options of what to post, but we decided to post this video since it says it all. It's six-minutes long, and many of you have seen it before, but it is gripping and effective in getting the message across.

08/20/2025

After the Saying of Names at our Remembrance Walk, a beautiful wreath with lights and with all the names of those we've lost is placed on Vernon County Sheriff Department's Deputy Leon's neck, and he and Deputy Vosseteig lead us around the track. It's a beautiful moment.
Don't miss it; register today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/third-annual-remembrance-walk-amara-rose-foundation

08/19/2025

We gather on the track at the Remembrance Walk, distribute the candles and then Say Their Names...the names of those we've lost to addiction and fentanyl. The list is tragically long. You can hear a pin drop as the names are read with sorrow and regret and remembrance. It's truly a poignant part of the program. Don't miss your chance to register by this Friday the 22nd. Don't miss this special evening the whole community is talking about. Don't miss the chance to gather with those who understand what this pain and longing are all about. You can register on our website's home page. Sponsors, there's still time to sponsor this event as well.

08/18/2025

Some THANK YOUs are in order! As our Remembrance Walk draws closer, sponsorships are coming in. Today we'd like to thank Seland's Karpetland for being a sponsor of this important event. Their support is always much appreciated!

08/17/2025

Today is the deadline to sign up for your purple lights and yard sign to mark Overdose Awareness Day on 8/31. We'd like to distribute on 8/21, National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. Go to our home page on our site if you'd like to participate. Thanks!

08/16/2025

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The La Crosse community is seeing a spike in overdoses.

08/15/2025

What? Remembrance Walk registrations are due one week from today (the 22nd), and you haven't registered yet? If you want a guaranteed shirt in your size, please register soon. :) Go to our website's home page for the link. We are excited to see you there!
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08/15/2025

⚠️La Crosse County⚠️
There has been a uptick in overdoses and overdose deaths in the last couple of weeks.
Utilize your resources and keep yourself safe. Stop by our office for Narcan, Fentanyl and Xylazine test strips.
If you're using alone use Never Use Alone ( 877-696-1996 ) or Safe Spot ( https://safe-spot.me/ )

08/14/2025

Many times during our presentations or public outreaches, other support services will drop their flyers or info onto our handout table. I came across two of them today and thought they were important to share:
One is Life Changers Outreach, which is a FREE 12-month faith-based residential facility for men and women over 18 that helps them overcome any kind of life-controlling issue such as addiction, alcohol, depression, anger and suicidal thoughts. If you or a loved one needs help, check them out.
The other is GriefShare, helping people deal with the sorrow that crushes them when someone dies. The local chapter is in Viroqua, and the contact is Nancy Bongers...call 608-637-3549 (office number).

08/13/2025

We'd like to introduce our newest board member, Tashi Lee. Tashi was raised in Vernon County and is Amara's and Heidi's cousin. It's great to get another family member on board who knew Amara. Tashi has done extensive volunteer work for the foundation over the past year or so, and her heart is in our mission 100%. More about Tashi can be found on our website. Welcome, Tashi!

08/12/2025

Purple lights and sign orders are trickling in! Sign up on our website if you're interested. Deadline is this Sunday the 17th. :)

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08/12/2025

Two things today: Walk registrations (for a guaranteed shirt in your size) is next Friday the 22nd. Register today!

Also, August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. The foundation has found a way for you to help us raise awareness in a unique way. Thanks to our donors, we are giving away purple lights to hang outside your home or business. (100 count LED lights on a 21-foot string.) You also get a yard sign (see photo). For your donation of $10, you can sign up to receive both. DEADLINE is August 17th, with pick up in Westby or Viroqua on August 21st. We will notify you of the location and time.
Let's light up our neighborhoods purple to recognize the overdose crisis, call out stigma and honor those lost to overdose!

Sign up from the link on our homepage of our site, amararosefoundation.org.
We will hold a contest as well...best display of purple lights will get a free registration and shirt for our Remembrance Walk on 9/10!