Work Of Monmouth-Area Attorney Praised By Stavola Foundation

RED BANK, NJ – The Tigger Stavola Foundation will mark 10 years of supporting families impacted by addiction with a fall fundraising gala that also honors an area attorney 's work in substance use awareness.

The foundation is dedicated to fighting addiction, spreading awareness and saving lives through drug use prevention and education.

Founded by Lisa and Rick Stavola, its name honors the legacy of their son, Tigger.

Tigger Stavola Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Infinity event will be held on Friday, Nov. 3, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury.

The "Phantom of the Opera"-themed event will honor attorney Mitchell Ansell, with offices in Ocean Township.

“I am truly blessed to have known Tigger as I did and feel privileged to be honored at the 10-year gala of the Tigger Stavola Foundation,” said Ansell. “Its mission is more important than ever, and I am impressed by their ability to educate thousands of local students, all while providing unwavering support to those in the community.”

The Stavolas said it was fitting to honor Ansell at the milestone event.

"He has shown commitment to the Tigger Stavola Foundation from its inception. He fights tirelessly to defend parents and children affected by substance use disorder, and the legal woes that often accompany it," they said.

"The Stavola family is in deep gratitude for his responsiveness, exceptional level of service and above all, his compassion for Tigger," they said.

They added that his work in the community aligns with the Tigger Stavola Foundation’s mission to fight addiction, spread awareness, and save lives through drug use prevention and education.

For example, during prom season for the past 15 years, Ansell has been a guest speaker at local high schools and middle schools educating students about underage drinking, DWI and possession of controlled dangerous substances, they said.

"We are very fortunate to have Mitch devoting his talents to our shared cause," they said.

For the anniversary event, guests will enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner and entertainment, featuring a "Phantom" performance by Craig Schulman. The black-tie optional event will also include a silent auction.

A remembrance ceremony is planned, and all proceeds will fund the Tigger Stavola Foundation’s drug education programming for local youth, the Stavolas say.

Tickets, sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are available online or via the QR code below.

The Stavola family lost their son, Tigger, at the age of 25 years to accidental overdose. Established in Monmouth County in 2013 to honor his legacy, The Tigger Stavola Foundation's mission it is to fight addiction, spread awareness and save lives through prevention and education.

Prominent in community conversations about addiction, the foundation says it has reached over 60,000 local students with its education campaign on the dangers of substance use and has established a partnership with Hackensack Meridian Carrier Clinic to provide 24/7 addiction navigation services.

Visit the Tigger Stavola Foundation website for more information about the organization.