The Recovery Project - Recovery Month

A&E and The Recovery Project support National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month in September, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the benefits of substance abuse treatment and promoting the message that recovery from substance abuse is possible. Hosting historic rallies in New York City in 2008 and 2009 and sponsoring events in 70 more cities nationwide, including NYC and Philadelphia in 2010 and 2011, The Recovery Project is committed to breaking the stigma surrounding addiction.

Past Events

2011 Events

Future Recovery Events

Past Events

In 2008 and 2009, A&E celebrated National Recovery Month with historic walks across the Brooklyn Bridge, where we were joined by more than 15,000 people in recovery and their supporters.

In 2009 Governor David Paterson helped kick-off the celebration, which ended with an inspirational performance by the legendary Smokey Robinson. Gil Kerlikowske, the Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy read a statement of support from President Barack Obama, who reinforced our belief that "the path to recovery is possible." Event MCs Jane Velez-Mitchell and Scott Clark kept the crowd of 10,000 on their feet with energizing chants and personal stories of their paths to recovery.

In 2008, more than 5,000 people joined A&E for the Recovery Project's inaugural event, where event MC and Recovery Comedian Mark Lundholm revved up the crowd and entertainer Rufus Wainwright summed up the emotion of the day, closing out the rally with his rendition of "Hallelujah." As they did the following year, A&E Interventionists and individuals profiled on the series, shared their emotional stories of the power of change.

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Pro-Act Recovery Walks!, Philadelphia, PA

A&E was proud to support Pro-Act's 9th Annual Recovery Walks! event, the "Rally for Recovery" hub event that took place on September 25th, 2010 at Penn's Landing in downtown Philadelphia. More than 11,000 people walked from the Delaware River waterfront past the icons of our nation's Independence, to show their support for individuals and their families in need of treatment for alcohol and drug addiction, celebrate those in recovery and honor organizations providing prevention, treatment, and recovery support services. Proceeds from the event are used to support community activities, educate the public and media, raise awareness, fight stigma, provide individual recovery support, and advocate at the state, federal and local levels.

Third Annual New York Recovery Rally, Randall’s Island Park, New York, NY

A&E was proud to be the Founding Corporate Sponsor of the 3rd Annual New York Recovery Rally where thousands gathered in Randall's Island Park to celebrate recovery from addiction. The day kicked off with the Odyssey House 5th Annual "Run for Your Life 5K Fun Run" and included a "Recovery Celebration Walk" along the scenic Harlem River. The walk concluded with inspirational speakers and entertainment, including an intimate acoustic performance by Courtney Love.

A&E Sponsored 2011 Events

Pro-Act Recovery Walks!, Philadelphia, PA

A&E is proud to support Pro-Act's 10th Annual Recovery Walks! event, the "Rally for Recovery" hub event that will take place on September 24th, 2011 at Penn's Landing in downtown Philadelphia. More than 15,000 people are expected to walk from the Delaware River waterfront past the icons of our nation's Independence, to show their support for individuals and their families in need of treatment for alcohol and drug addiction, celebrate those in recovery and honor organizations providing prevention, treatment, and recovery support services. Proceeds from the event will be used to support community activities, educate the public and media, raise awareness, fight stigma, provide individual recovery support, and advocate at the state, federal and local levels.

Fourth Annual New York Recovery Rally, Washington Park, Albany, NY

A&E is proud to be the Founding Corporate Sponsor of the 4th Annual New York Recovery Rally where thousands will gather in Washington Park to celebrate recovery from addiction. The day will include a "Recovery Celebration Walk," Rockin Recovery Tour and Recovery Arts Awards.

The A&E Recovery Project continues to support National Recovery Month events around the country:

Metro-Atlanta Recovery Walk and Rally September 17, 2011, Atlanta, GA
Rally for Recovery 2011 September 24, 2011, Denver, CO
Recovery Walks! September 24, 2011, Hartford, CT
Recovery Walk and Dry Run September 17, 2011, Honolulu, HI
Second Annual Mike Johnson Memorial Walk for Recovery Now September 10, 2011, Kansas City, MO
The 11th Annual Celebrate Recovery Recovery Walk and Rally September 13, 2011, Lansing, MI
The Southern Nevada Rally for Recovery September 23, 2011, Las Vegas, NV
The Art of Recovery Expo September 24, 2011, Phoenix, AZ
Rally for Recovery September 10, 2011, Providence, RI
Recovery Fest 2011 September 17, 2011, Richmond, VA
Recovery Day 2011 September 17, 2010, Salt Lake City, UT
Recovery Day at the Ball Park September 14, 2011, San Francisco, CA
Hands Across the Bridge September 5, 2011, Vancouver, WA