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Nonprofits Helping Prevent Youth Substance Misuse


As colder months settle in, isolation and stress often contribute to an uptick in substance misuse, making the work of these organizations especially vital. Through educational resources and community outreach, they provide essential tools to help kids and their families make healthy choices. These nonprofits are focused on substance misuse education and prevention, particularly for youth and their communities.


 

HEAL Stop Heroin

Mission: To raise awareness and end the stigma around addiction by offering community-based resources and support for those affected by substance misuse.


Impact:

  • Education: Delivers in-school and online programs to educate young people on the dangers of opioid misuse.

  • Community Engagement: Hosts community events and recovery walks, raising awareness and connecting families to support resources.


About the Organization: HEAL Stop Heroin works closely with communities to provide addiction prevention and recovery resources. Their focus on awareness and destigmatization helps youth and adults alike make informed, positive choices.


 

PreventEd

Website: PreventEd

Mission: To prevent the harms of alcohol and drug use through education, intervention, and advocacy.


Impact:

  • Education: Offers interactive, evidence-based presentations in schools across St. Louis.

  • Community Engagement: Runs awareness campaigns, partners with schools, and provides resources for parents and educators.


About the Organization: Known for their science-based education and strong community ties, PreventEd STL is dedicated to reducing the risks of substance misuse through outreach and education programs.


 

Teen Institute (Led by PreventEd)

Mission: Empowering teens to lead substance-free lives through leadership training, mentoring, and peer influence.


Impact:

  • Education: Provides training programs where teens learn to advocate for healthy lifestyles.

  • Community Engagement: Runs workshops and events to empower teens as community leaders in substance misuse prevention.


About the Organization: Teen Institute focuses on giving young people the tools to lead and promote substance-free lifestyles in their communities. Through peer mentorship, they foster lasting change.


 

Alliance for Healthy Communities

Website: AHC

Mission: To create a community free from substance misuse and its consequences through education and advocacy.


Impact:

  • Education: Provides resources to educate families, schools, and students about the impact of substance misuse.

  • Community Engagement: Partners with local schools and organizations to promote substance-free events.


About the Organization: This coalition supports schools and communities by advocating for healthy, drug-free lifestyles through collaborative events and resources.


 

Austin’s Army

Mission: To honor Austin’s legacy by supporting substance misuse prevention and mental health awareness in schools.


Impact:

  • Education: Provides presentations and workshops for students about substance misuse and mental health.

  • Community Engagement: Organizes school and community events that promote positive mental health and substance-free choices.


About the Organization: Austin’s Army collaborates with local schools to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and substance misuse prevention.


 

Cedar Oak

Website: Cedar Oak

Mission: To provide compassionate recovery support and education for substance misuse prevention in the St. Louis community.


Impact:

  • Education: Offers counseling services and educational resources to help prevent addiction.

  • Community Engagement: Hosts community support groups and workshops that encourage a path to recovery.


About the Organization: Cedar Oak takes a holistic approach, offering educational programs alongside supportive recovery resources.


 

Addiction is Real

Mission: To empower parents and communities to understand, recognize, and address early signs of addiction.


Impact:

  • Education: Provides toolkits and interactive programs for parents to educate their children.

  • Community Engagement: Engages communities through workshops, resources, and informative events.


About the Organization: Addiction is Real provides practical resources to parents, helping them prevent addiction through education and early intervention.



 

Siteman Cancer Center

Mission: To prevent cancer through research, treatment, and community education, including the role of substance misuse in cancer risk.


Impact:

  • Education: Offers education on the cancer risks associated with substance misuse.

  • Community Engagement: Conducts community outreach programs focused on cancer prevention and healthy lifestyles.


About the Organization: Siteman Cancer Center is a leader in educating the public on the links between substance misuse and cancer, focusing on long-term prevention.


 

Preferred Family Healthcare

Mission: To provide quality services and support that help individuals achieve healthy, substance-free lives.


Impact:

  • Education: Offers in-school education and counseling services.

  • Community Engagement: Partners with community organizations to create substance-free environments.

About the Organization: Preferred Family Healthcare works to improve lives through prevention, treatment, and mental health services across the Midwest.


 

Stay Strong Krupp

Mission: To honor Krupp’s legacy by educating youth about addiction prevention and mental health.


Impact:

  • Education: Provides presentations in schools on addiction and mental health.

  • Community Engagement: Hosts events that promote mental health awareness and substance misuse prevention.


About the Organization: Inspired by Krupp’s story, this organization is dedicated to helping young people understand the impacts of addiction.


 

Connor's Avengers

Mission: To empower youth to make safe and healthy choices through education and community involvement.


Impact:

  • Education: Offers interactive school programs on substance misuse prevention.

  • Community Engagement: Runs events and initiatives that inspire kids to lead substance-free lives.


About the Organization: Connor’s Avengers focuses on youth empowerment and preventive education, aiming to reduce substance misuse in the community.


 

CHADS Coalition

Mission: To advance mental health and suicide prevention for youth, with a focus on substance misuse awareness.


Impact:

  • Education: Provides mental health resources and school-based education on addiction and coping skills.

  • Community Engagement: Partners with schools and community organizations to promote mental well-being.


About the Organization: CHADS Coalition combines substance misuse education with mental health support to build a safer environment for young people.


 

Missouri Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Mission: To save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide, focusing on substance misuse as a factor in mental health.


Impact:

  • Education: Provides education on the link between substance misuse and suicide risk.

  • Community Engagement: Hosts awareness events and advocacy programs to educate communities.


About the Organization: AFSP Missouri Chapter works to raise awareness about substance misuse and mental health as interconnected issues, offering resources and support.

Each of these organizations is dedicated to preventing substance misuse through education and community involvement, empowering young people and families with the resources to make positive choices during the challenging winter months.


 

Each of these organizations is dedicated to preventing substance misuse through education and community involvement, empowering young people and families with the resources to make positive choices during the challenging winter months.

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