Alcohol Won’t Ever Spoil Our Memorable Events (AWESOME) addresses the prevention of underage drinking in Warren County. The target group is ages 14-20, and we work with the local middle schools and high schools, as well as Laurel Ridge Community College, to reach these students.
As part of this grant, Warren Coalition:
- Provides educational information at various events, including Red Ribbon Week activities at the local middle schools
- Works with student-led groups to create pro-social events and educational events around mental health
- Creates podcast episodes for My Story Weaves Our Story
- Develops and runs educational ads/public service announcements sharing promoting factual information about underage drinking and alcohol use, including the promotion of positive social norms and healthy choices
- Hosts a Town Hall meeting for parents and students just before prom season
If you are interested in assisting with any of these activities, please reach out to us!
AWESOME (Alcohol Won’t Ever Spoil Our Memorable Events) is funded by a STOP Act Grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), an agency in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).