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A scenic view of a golf course by the ocean, with a large building on a cliff and a blue banner announcing the Addiction Education Society's 5th Annual Memorial Golf Tournament on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Half Moon Bay Golf Links.

Chuck and Dane Memorial Golf Tournament

A group of eight people, six women and two men, are posing for a photo. The man on the far left is wearing a light blue dress shirt and dark pants. The man in the center is wearing a light blue dress shirt with a red and white patterned tie and a tan jacket draped over his arm. The women are dressed in various casual outfits, including t-shirts, jeans, and a denim jacket. Several people are wearing name tags.

V.2 Neuroscience of Addiction Curriculum

Surgeon General Issues Landmark Report on Alcohol, Drugs and Health

A group of people stand in front of the Washington Monument holding a banner that reads "CALIFORNIANS UNITE to Face Addiction 10.04.15 - The Day the Silence Ends" and a sign that says "ALCOHOLIC LIVES MATTER".

The Day the Silence Ends

Three young men are smiling and posing for a photo. The man on the left is wearing glasses and a t-shirt with a graphic. The man in the middle is wearing a maroon v-neck shirt. The man on the right is wearing a brown quarter-zip sweater.

Neuroscience of Addiction Curriculum Initiative

Unite To Face Addiction

A man in a blue helmet and safety harness gives a thumbs up next to a sign that reads "TOGETHER WE WILL END THE STIGMA."

Shatterproof Challenge

AES Newsletter Corner

A luxurious lounge area with a circular wooden ceiling, ornate pillars, and a sunburst pattern on the floor. Several round tables with green bases and marble tops are arranged throughout the space, accompanied by comfortable seating and decorative elements like flowers and circular wall art.

VIP Dinner

A large group of people, mostly men, are posing for a photo on a grassy golf course. They are dressed in casual attire, with many wearing golf shirts and hats. Some are standing, while others are kneeling or sitting on the grass. In the background, there are trees and a cloudy sky. A golf cart is visible on the right side of the image.

Thank You Email

A detailed aerial map of a golf course, showing fairways, greens, hazards, and numbered holes, with labels for the driving range and clubhouse.

September 22 Release

A young man with dark hair and a striped blue shirt smiles at the camera, with large rocks in the background. Text overlay reads "DANE JOHNSON FRIEND, ADVOCATE, COLLEAGUE."

September 8 Release

A gloved hand places a golf ball on a tee on a green golf course under a blue sky.

Final Tourney Announcement

A graphic announces the 4th Annual Memorial Golf Tournament for the Addiction Education Society, honoring Chuck Johnson, to be held on Monday, September 29th, 2025, at Lake Merced Golf Club. The background features a scenic golf course with cypress trees and rolling green hills.

Save the Date

A graphic with a marijuana leaf icon and text titled 'Marijuana Facts' that lists negative statistics about teen marijuana use, mental health issues, and suicide rates.

August Release

Two smiling men, one older with glasses and a navy polo, the other younger with a black t-shirt and baseball cap, pose for a photo on a sunny golf course.

July Release

A blue button with the word "Auction" in white text, set against a white background with text announcing a last chance to visit an auction platform for deals on memorabilia, jewelry, and trips, with a closing date of September 21st.

Auction Email

A graphic shows a clipboard with a checklist and a magnifying glass, alongside text encouraging users to fill out a 2-minute Qualtrics survey for event recommendations, with a button labeled 'Tournament Survey'.

Friend, your input is CRITICAL!

A collage of student posters from Ben Franklin Intermediate School, dated 2025, with anti-drug and anti-alcohol messages. The posters feature various illustrations and slogans, including one with a superhero, another with a skull and the text 'Drugs End All Dreams', and one depicting a large bottle of alcohol on a beach.

June Release

A banner announces the 4th Annual Memorial Golf Tournament hosted by the Addiction Education Society in honor of Chuck Johnson, taking place on Monday, September 29th, 2025, at Lake Merced Golf Club. The background shows a scenic golf course with trees and a clear sky.

April and May Release

Five men in golf attire stand on a green golf course under a clear blue sky, holding cups and smiling. One man in the center points upwards with his finger.

March Release

AES Milestones

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2014

AES incorporated by Chuck & Cyrus Johnson
Dan Dadoun participated in the Shatterproof Challenge on December 2nd by repelling down 29 floor hotel building in San Jose, CA

2016, image 3 - formed collaborations

2015

Participated in the Facing Addiction in America national conference inWashington, D.C. In attendance & guest speakers included: Dr. VivekMurthy, Patrick J. Kennedy, and Nora Volkow
Evening fundraising concert featured: Sheryl Crow,Steven Tyler, Joe Walsh, Dr. Memhet Oz, and more.
AES represented California Unite to Face Addiction delegation

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2016

Executive Director hired, Daniel Dadoun
Conducted feasibility study
Formed collaborations with Dr. Karen Li, Dr. Alex Stalcup, Katie Finlay, & Sequoia Union High School District
Piloted Neuroscience ofAddiction (NOA) at Sequoia Union High School District

2017, image 6 - Dr. Stalcup NOA program PD with teachers

2017

Non profit organization , 501 (c)(3) federal and state filing awarded
Website developed pro-bono by 906 Technologies
Development of pre & post surveys with UCSF, Dr. Justin Yuan
Board of Directors development & recruitment
NOA curriculum updates based on teacher and student feedback
Dr. Stalcup NOA program professional development with teachers, select high school & college students
Collaboratoin developed with Bert Bower, owner and founder of the Teacher's Curiculum Institute

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2019

Begin development of the "How Did This Happen to Me?" 3-session series program
Christopher Field joins AES staff as Programs Director
Craving Experiment mobile app development
NOA program workbook translated into Spanish, thanks to Michelle Remond

2020, image 1 - conversion of NOA

2020

Conversion of NOA & How Did This Happen to Me? programs into an e-learning platform for remote student learning during COVID-19

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2021

AES founder Chuck Johnson passes in September

2022, image 1 - inaugural golf

2022

Inaugural Chuck Johnson Memorial Golf Tournament held at Half Moon Bay Golf Links
Prevention programming returns to in-classroom presentations
Educational partnership developed with Dr. Elena Chartoff and Harvard Medical School's McLean Hospital
NOA program founder Dr. Alex Stalcup passed in June
Student question responses provided by Harvard addiction experts

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2023

Second annual Chuck Johnson Memorial Golf Tournament held at Lake Merced Golf Club
Pilot of "How Did This Happen to Me?" program commences in Bay Area middle and high schools
18,500 students are impacted to date by NOA & How Did This Happen to Me? programs

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2024

Began development of 5-series educational program Should Susan Drink? with Harvard's McLean Hospital & Dr. Marisa Silveri
Third annual Chuck Johnson Memorial Golf Tournament held at Lake Merced Golf Club
Began work with the San Mateo County Juvenile Probation Department and presented NOA program at the San Mateo County Juvenile Hall
AES offices relocated
Board Member Dr. Elena Chartoff passed
Founding Board Member, Bucky Isaacson, passed

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2025

Fourth annual Chuck Johnson Memorial Golf Tournament held at Lake Merced Golf Club
Donor appreciation dinner held at The Empress of Boon in San Francisco's Chinatown with guest speaker Jesse Sapolo, former 49'er
Monogram begins redesign of AES website
Beloved colleague & advocate, Dane Johnson passes