Wayne Police Hosting Anti-Bullying Fundraiser For Mallory's Army

WAYNE, NJ — Mallory Grossman was an avid gymnast, cheerleader, and loved the outdoors.

Grossman was just 12-years-old when she took her own life after she was bullied.

That bullying directly led to her suicide, her parents said. They started the advocacy group Mallory's Army following her death. The group conducts workshops and Mallory's mother, Diane Grossman, speaks about her daughter's story and calls for anti-bullying prevention.

The Wayne PBA Local 136 is sponsoring Blades Against Bullying at The Ice Vault Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. All proceeds will be donated to Mallory's Army.

"Her love for her friends and family was beyond measurable," said Detective Capt. Laurence Martin. "Her smile and giggle could light up a room instantly."

Grossman was a giver too. She made and sold jewelry to donate money to help children with cancer attend summer camp.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. There will be a minimum $10 donation. Skates are included with admission.

"Mallory was a unique and innocent girl who taught us all more valuable lessons about life in her short time than many will encounter in a lifetime," said Martin. "Together in the fight against bullying, don't just teach kindness, be kindness."

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