Break Stigma and Inspire Hope: A Night with Tom Farley

​First Recovery is hosting a special evening for families impacted by addiction—a night of honest storytelling, practical help, and real hope. Featuring Tom Farley, author, speaker, and brother of late comedian Chris Farley.

​Bring a friend and come as you are. You don’t have to carry this alone.

​Tom Farley grew up in Madison, WI, and graduated from Georgetown University with a degree in Marketing. He began his career in banking and finance before running The Chris Farley Foundation (1999–2012), a nationally recognized nonprofit focused on substance use prevention. Through humor-based programs, he helped young people build communication skills and create supportive environments. In 2008, Tom co-authored The Chris Farley Show, a New York Times bestseller about his late brother, comedian Chris Farley. He has appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and Larry King Live to discuss addiction and recovery.

​Now in recovery himself, Tom is a passionate advocate for mental health and addiction treatment. He works at Recovery.com, connecting people with the resources they need to heal. As a speaker, he shares his journey to break stigma, inspire hope, and foster connection. Tom lives in Madison, WI.