We officially launched our Addiction Awareness Series with Marianne Sinisi, founder and President of Families United for Change, an organization fighting to change how we approach the issue of Substance Use Disorder (SUD).
After losing her son Shawn to SUD, Marianne began challenging the system that failed her family and began fighting to restore dignity to those struggling with addiction.
In our interview, she opens up about her son’s journey, the failures of our current punishment-based system, and how her non-profit is making a difference through community clothing drives, Narcan distribution, advocacy, and unconditional compassion.
Families United for Change (FUFC) was founded in 2019 by a mother who tragically lost her son to an opioid overdose after countless attempts at recovery. Shawn Sinisi was failed by stigma, negative treatment, & ineffective rehabilitation procedures.
Families United for Change is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in Shawn's memory by his family, dedicated to providing a safe space for people touched by addiction. Our mission is to increase awareness, provide effective resources, & erase the stigma surrounding SUDs.
FUFC believes that uniting for change will help others seek & find hope in recovery. We were created with a goal to be a resources and safe space for people touched by substance use disorders (SUDs), whether they are a family member, a friend, or a person currently struggling.
Our organization works to increase awareness, educate the public, and erase stigma surrounding SUDs. We are united for change through advocacy & projects that share love, hope, and support.
Families United for Change is a fully recognized tax exempt charitable organization by the IRS with 501(c)3 status. Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission.
Donate below, send a check to 3921 Maple Ave., Altoona, PA, 16601 or click here to be redirected to our PayPal.
3921 Maple Avenue, Altoona, Pennsylvania 16601, United States