Local nonprofit to honor families’ loved ones on Black Balloon Day

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- The Unforgotten Project will host a virtual black balloon tribute to honor those who died due to drug overdose on March 6.

Black Ballon Day is a time to remember, raise awareness and support those impacted by substance use disorder.

The nonprofit is accepting submissions. Loved ones may send a photo, the person’s name, birth and death dates, and an optional brief story or memory they would like shared.

All submissions may be sent to The Unforgotten Project email.

KQ2 will update this article.