The loss of my son is not my first loss. In seven years I have lost my brother, father, uncle, mother, both in-laws, and went through a divorce. These losses, though tragic do not compare with this, my worst loss, my oldest son; this son who has been the one constant in my life since I was 18 years and is now suddenly gone.

Yesterday the ACE team traveled to Bethesda, Maryland to attend the 2009 SADD – Students Against Destructive Decisions National Conference, an annual event attended by hundreds of motivated youth and adults from all across the country. With over 10,000 active SADD chapters in the United States and members ranging in age from middle school to college, Bethesda’s North Marriott Conference Center was bursting with energy and excitement as participants began the first leg of their three day journey- ‘Climbing the hill,’ the theme for this year’s gathering.

ACE’s eBay fundraiser is under way NOW! Don’t miss out on your chance to win some great items including a football autographed by former Kansas City Chiefs tight-end Tony Gonzalez, and a beautifully crafted glass platter with stand. Swing by and browse our eBay store today, and be sure to check back daily for newly listed items!

ACE is teaming up with the Bowie Baysox, Trenton Thunder, and New Britain Rock Catsto raise awareness about inhalant abuse this summer through a "Strike Out Inhalant Abuse" program!

"Strike Out Inhalant Abuse” is a two-pronged community based program seeking to blend the appeal of America's pastime with the popularity of minor league baseball teams in three local

With yet another summer season rapidly approaching, we here at ACE wanted to wish you and your family a happy, healthy, and safe summer! In addition, we invite you to share in the personal reflections of one of our active parent advocates, Don Coates, who lost his beloved son to inhalants three years ago.

ACE is teaming up with the New Jersey School Counselor Association, the Trenton Thunder, Bowie Baysox and New Britain Rock Cats to raise awareness about inhalant abuse this summer through a "Strike Out Inhalant Abuse" program!

The Alliance for Consumer Education just received notification that it had won two Hermes Creative Awards:

ACE received a GOLD for its 2007 annual report "Foundations for the Future"

Earlier this month ACE Board Trustee Patrizia Barone took some time out of her busy schedule to visit the University of Maryland and help contribute to “Maryland Day.”

Patrizia actually donated “Testudo” (the Terp statue seen here to the left) to the University’s College of Chemistry and Life Science.

During the weekend she also volunteered to assist with the Introductory Flag Ceremony. She and her family also set up a scholarship in memory of her father, Francesco Barone.

Next month is National Youth Traffic Safety Month. National Youth Traffic Safety Month initiates the development of youth led community projects and activities in raising awareness on traffic safety issues. Unfortunately, we have seen a lot of headlines detailing car accidents due to inhalant abuse. Whether it's the user hurting themselves or other people, this needs to be stopped. Don't wait until May, get started early by practicing safe driving.

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