2ETS NEWS

A heartfelt look at how a Manhattan Beach holiday tradition became part of 2 End The Stigma’s mission, honoring Scott and uplifting community healing and hope.

2 End The Stigma Founder/CEO Jill Cichowicz shared our mission during Virginia First Lady Suzanne Youngkin’s visit to Chesterfield Recovery Academy. The day honored recovery, highlighted community partnerships, and reinforced the importance of supporting young people in their journey to healing. 💜

When Jill Cichowicz lost her twin brother Scott to fentanyl, she had no idea that her story would someday resonate from a podium at the Virginia Highway Safety Summit. But this past May, that’s exactly what happened. Invited by Brandy Brubaker, Director of Highway Safety Strategy at the Virginia DMV, Jill stood shoulder to shoulder with state leaders like Dr. Colin M. Greene, Special Advisor on Opioid Response, and Marcus R. Anderson, Deputy Secretary of Public Safety and

2 End The Stigma had the incredible honor of attending the Chesterfield Recovery Academy (CRA) Completion Ceremony, where 27 students—each with a story of strength, resilience, and growth—walked across the stage not just as graduates, but as survivors of their own battles. This year marked the largest graduating class since CRA’s founding in 2022, and among them were seven seniors who also received diplomas from their home schools. It was a celebration of second chances—and o

On April 29, 2025, history was made in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Governor Glenn Youngkin officially declared Fentanyl Awareness Day, marking a critical moment in the fight against the opioid epidemic. We were beyond honored that our Founder and CEO, Jill Cichowicz, was invited to participate in this powerful and deeply personal day of action, advocacy, and progress.

We’re excited to share that Dominion Energy has awarded 2 End The Stigma a $5,000 grant to further our mission of prevention education and a

The 8th Annual A Night For Scott was an unforgettable evening that brought together community members, supporters, and sponsors for a night

Our 2nd Annual Save A Life For Scott was a night filled with purpose, love, and community action.

Explore Jill Cichowicz's urgent message about the opioid crisis, focusing on the devastating impact of fentanyl.