National Family Partnership

The National Family Partnership is a grassroots, nonprofit organization and the national sponsor of the Red Ribbon Week campaign and Lock Your Meds.

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Official 2026 Red Ribbon Week theme:
“Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free.™” ❤️Congrats to student winner Ava Tackett!

Theme: https://t.co/bIFRETcQAx
Blog: https://t.co/xXtp1vyYQa

#RedRibbonWeek

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Supportive relationships, clear boundaries, and trusted adults are powerful protective factors for youth. Prevention is not just about what we say no to — it is also about what we build around young people every day.

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June is National Safety Month, and prevention is part of safety. Open conversations, safe medication storage, strong family communication, and trusted adults all help protect young people. Prevention begins at home.

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Real talk: strong families get support. Asking for help isn’t failure — it’s prevention. If you don’t know the next step, reach out. That’s a hero move.

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Mental Health Awareness Month may be ending, but the need for connection is not. Young people need adults who listen, families who stay involved, and communities that care before a crisis happens. Prevention is not one month. It is something we build every day.

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The 2026 Red Ribbon Week theme is here: “Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free.” And this message matters. Being drug-free is not about being perfect. It is about making choices that protect your future, inspire others, and show real strength.

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Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We remember their sacrifice, their families, and the freedom they helped protect.

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Before the long weekend begins, have the conversation. Where are you going? Who will be there? What’s the plan? What do you do if uncomfortable? It’s not about control, it’s about making sure young people know you care, you’re paying attention, and they can call if they need help

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Children’s mental health deserves more than a once-a-year reminder. Kids and teens are carrying stress, pressure, fear, and expectations that adults do not always see. Today is a reminder to slow down, pay attention, and make sure young people know they are not alone.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this conversation matters. Mental health, substance use prevention, and family connection are all tied together. When young people feel supported, heard, and safe enough to talk, they are more likely to make healthy choices.

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Prevention starts with connection—try one this week.

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Quick reminder + encourage schools/communities to start planning now.

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May your day be filled with peace, hope, and moments that bring you comfort and joy. Wishing you a beautiful day with loved ones and a fresh sense of happiness. 🌷✨ Happy Easter!

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Quick reminder + encourage schools/communities to start planning now.

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Ask: “What’s one drug-free ‘hero choice’ you’re proud of this week?”

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Kids don’t open up to panic. They open up to calm.
If they tell you something hard, start with: “Thank you for trusting me.” That’s how we make a difference.

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We’re proud to announce the 2025 Enrique Camarena Award honorees.

🏆 Recipient: Dr. Matthew Lee, Ph.D., ICADC
🎀 Honoree: Donna Meyers

Their leadership in prevention, recovery, and mentorship reflects the spirit of Red Ribbon and the legacy of Enrique Camarena. #RedRibbonWeek

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Spring Break is almost here, and so is the Informed Families Scavenger Hunt. Join us March 12–16, 2026 to learn facts about underage drinking, make healthy choices, and have fun along the way. Text Scavenger to 844-514-0508 to join. #InformedFamilies #SpringBreak #Prevention

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The 2026 theme is here, now let’s put it into action: Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free.™

This month, we’re sharing simple, real-life ways families and schools can build prevention into everyday moments.

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Hero Trait: Courage = choosing what’s right even when it’s hard. How are you building courage this week? Theme gear: https://t.co/fRVPwKkFKO

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Everyday heroes power prevention. 🦸 Tag a coach, teacher, mentor, or parent who makes a difference. Theme gear: https://t.co/p92kjfiBxS