PreventEd

If you're looking for support and guidance for substance misuse or a substance use disorder, we've got you. Whether it be resources, counseling, or a peer specialist, we offer it all. Click this link to explore your options: prevented.org

Thank you to everyone who supported us during this years' Give STL Day! With every donation received, PreventEd will continue to educate, advocate, and help pave the way in substance and alcohol use disorder prevention.

Ready. Set. GO! $2,000 is the goal. Can we count on you for this years' #GiveSTL Day?🎯 Swipe to see exactly how your donation will support PreventEd, your community, and even strangers in need of a lifeline. Donate now: bit.ly/42obaUW

PreventEd Director of Development J.P. Johnson sits down with MaryAnna Sansone from the St. Louis Community Foundation to talk about this years' Give STL Day, happening on May 7th, 2026. Listen more about how you can help: bit.ly/4mPiuT5.

We are thrilled to announce Paul Melnuk as the recipient of the Helen B. Madden Award at our 2026 Spring Awards Luncheon! We look forward to celebrating you! 🎉 It's not too late to get your tickets for the Spring Awards Luncheon; link in our bio!

Congratulations to Debbie Hilke on winning the Champion Award! 🎉 We are proud to honor her dedication to impactful programs in our schools with this award!🎖️ Get your tickets for the Spring Awards Luncheon on Friday, April 24th ⬇️ bit.ly/4dWk9U8

We are thrilled to announce Isla Frazier as the recipient of the Tasch-Kopolow Scholarship at our 2026 Spring Awards Luncheon! 🏆 Congratulations, Isla! We look forward to celebrating you later this month! 🎉

#Moleg Advocacy Day with students from St. Louis County and @Prevent_Ed. These young leaders are saving lives through substance abuse prevention — honored to recognize them in the Senate chamber.

“It’s here, it’s open, and it’s available as a space to use ... This is a space where you can be (you) and be safe.” Read more from our recent feature in @myleaderpaper: bit.ly/3MyNMzN

As interest in psychedelics grows, so do important questions about safety, access, and prevention. Join us for a virtual discussion breaking down the science and public health considerations substance use professionals need to know. 💻 Register now: prevented.org/event/open-min…

Hear from Missouri's elected officials on their substance use policies during our annual Legislative Forum! You'll get to ask your own questions and learn more about the state's policy priorities. 🏛️ Sign up now and submit your questions in advance: prevented.org/event/12th-ann…

Media plays a major role in determining what the general public is talking about. Learn how media campaigns are a powerful tool in shaping youth attitudes toward substance use at our presentation with Ashley Johnson, MONG Counter Drug-DDRO. Register here: bit.ly/3Lzyo5Q

Save the date! 📆 PreventEd’s 52nd Annual Spring Awards Luncheon is coming up. Join us for lunch, awards, and a celebration of the people and partners helping prevent and reduce the harms of substance use in our community. Purchase your ticket now: wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblin…

Spread the word! Our Warming Unit is open this weekend to provide support during extreme cold. 📍 1601 Telegraph Rd, Lemay, MO 🕙 Saturday & Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM ❄️ Monday and into next week: hours as needed based on weather

Parents ands teachers! 🗣️ Our Hear Us program is an incredible way for teens to get involved in hands-on policy and advocacy efforts as early as high school. Training workshops officially kick off on Sunday, so make sure to register your teen ASAP! prevented.org/event/hear-us-…

Heard we were reminiscing on 2016... 10 years later and our mission is still the same, led by many of the same incredible staff members. Except maybe with better style now 😎

An update on funding: Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. We couldn't do this work without you. prevented.org/donate/

A statement from our Executive Director, Jenny Armbruster.

We're keeping the community cozy to kick off 2026! 🪵🔥 PreventEd was happy to partner with @CAAStLouis through a coat donation this winter. ❤️

Executive Director Jenny Armbruster caught up with Megan Lynch this morning on @KMOX Total Information A.M. to discuss the growing accessibility of testing kits and how they can save lives. 🎙️Listen now: bit.ly/3ZcdRHs

Hear us out—you don't wanna miss out on this year's Hear Us program! 👂 Students get the opportunity to travel to the Missouri State Capitol to talk with lawmakers and create real change in their communities. Interested participants can register now: prevented.org/programs/hear-…