Supporting resilient communities empowered to live healthy, drug-free lives
About the Organization
The Drug-Free Youth Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing substance use among young people through evidence-based social initiatives and multisector collaboration. The coalition fosters a supportive community, bringing together partners across 12 sectors to collaborate and unite around a shared goal.
Formation of drug-free community coalitions is the Nation’s leading effort to mobilize communities to prevent youth substance use. Directed by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), the DFC Support Program partners with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Community-Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA), to provide support and guidance to DFC coalitions related to coalition-building, programmatic expertise, and evaluation support.
Our Core Values
Human Dignity
Respecting the inherent worth, uniqueness, and rights of every person, treating patients with honor and respect, regardless of background.
Compassion
Responding to anothers feelings and hardships with tenderness and a desire to improve the condition.
Social Justice
Advocating for fair treatment and equal access to healthcare resources for all, especially vulnerable populations.
Caring
Promoting health, healing, and hope in response to the human condition
Partnership
Respecting our unique contributions, we value and care for each other, both personally and professionally, and enjoy working and growing together.
Integrity
Acting ethically, honestly, and consistently with professional standards, being trustworthy and accountable for actions.
Community Partnerships
Coalition Planning Meeting
The coalition holds monthly meetings and encourages community members to contribute to the organizational plan and direction by sharing their input and experience with youth substance misuse.
To join the meeting, please register below and indicate whether you will enter online or in person.
Volunteering
Volunteer opportunities are open to everyone! Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours, your time and effort can make a real impact in our community. Join us in supporting a drug-free environment and help create positive change for our neighbors.
If you’re interested in volunteering, download and return the volunteer application and consider registering for our monthly meeting below.
Leadership Oppertunites
Leadership opportunities are available for those passionate about supporting health and wellness in the community and addressing factors that contribute to youth substance misuse. If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors of a nonprofit focused on improving youth mental health and reducing substance use, register below for our monthly meeting or contact Samantha at 717-683-2942.