For Students - Tigger Stavola Foundation

BY THE STATS

Substance use during childhood is particularly dangerous because of the dangers of substances, including nicotine, cannabis, and alcohol, can interfere with healthy brain development (Winters, K. C., & Arria, A., Prevention Research, Vol. 18, No. 2, 2011).
Kids who avoid regular substance use are more likely to succeed in school and to avoid problems with the juvenile justice system (Public policy statement on prevention, American Society of Addiction Medicine, 2023).
In 2023, seven out of every ten counterfeit opioid pills were found by the Drug Enforcement Administration to contain a potentially deadly dose of fentanyl.

SpeakING VOLUMES

Now that your school is a TSF partner, seniors have the opportunity to apply for one of our $2,500 or $5,000 scholarships! (Coming February of 2026!)

SpeakING VOLUMES

SpeakING VOLUMES

Sign up here in December for the Polar Plunge Event where you can earn volunteer hours for Plunging or Helping at the event.

BECOMING A JUNIOR ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER

Want to make a difference? Your voice matters. As a Junior Advisory Board Member, you can help the Tigger Stavola Foundation fight addiction, raise awareness, and save lives. You’ll have opportunities to support student wellness, bring important conversations to your school, and help create programs for teens across New Jersey. How you can help: Help bring Tigger Stavola Foundation speakers and messages to your school, and volunteer at foundation events when you can. Encourage friends and classmates to ask for help and talk openly about mental health—without shame or judgment. If you feel comfortable, share how substance use has affected your life or community, so others know they are not alone. Share accurate, helpful information about prevention and mental health in a welcoming and respectful way. Lead by example through kindness, healthy choices, responsibility, and support for others. “I’ve seen how addiction can affect families, friendships, and futures. I believe honest conversations and education can help prevent it. Being a Junior Board Member gives me a chance to use my voice, support other students, and create positive change in my community.” — Junior Board Member Ready to use your voice and make an impact?