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After three failed businesses, two failed marriages, and two failed suicide attempts (knock wood!), laughter saved Drew Horn's life and now he is trying to bring the same salvation to others. Drew is a self-proclaimed "motivational, inspirational comic and clown". In order to keep a promise to his daughter that he would never attempt suicide again, Drew began to pursue comedy, and it gave him a reason to get up each morning. Eventually, Drew realized he wanted to do more than entertain - he wanted to teach others about "his people" - individuals isolated either by living in an institution or by their disabilities.
TAFA was founded in 2001 by Drew and Dr. Gregory Ervin, a pharmacologist with a PhD in neurobiology. Both men have a passion to help disabled people become empowered and realize they can take charge of their lives. "So much of what is involved is simply love," says Gregory. "People with severe problems are unable to love themselves...and people around them are unable to love them enough. Our vision is this can change. We can help bring the love and promote healing."
As support for our mission grew, we have met hundreds of wonderful people over the years that have joined us on our journey. Some have come out to the hospitals and other institutions to visit. Others have made phone calls, kept books, managed money, donated cars, and introduced us to more wonderful people.
Turn-A-Frown Around Foundation, Inc.
c/o CSPNJ
11 Spring Street
Freehold, NJ 07728