Red Ribbon

Red Ribbon Week (October 23-31), sponsored by the National Family Partnership, is the oldest and largest drug prevention program in the nation.

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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/tiSGNuDIVK
Blog: https://t.co/rsutXm9DhI

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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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Happy Mother’s Day to the moms, grandmothers, caregivers & mentors doing the quiet, everyday work—check-ins, tough talks, rides, reminders, love. 💛

As National Prevention Week begins, remember: prevention starts at home with people who stay involved.

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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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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 Informed Families is inviting youth and families to join our Scavenger Hunt Contest Week: March 12–16, 2026.

This fun and interactive experience encourages participants to search, explore, discover, and win while learning important facts about underage drinking and the effects of alcohol. You do not need alcohol to have a great time, and this is a great way to keep the conversation going during Spring Break.

To join, text Scavenger to 844-514-0508.
Let’s learn, engage, and make healthy choices together.

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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/jbNw5vJJcV

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Everyday heroes power prevention. 🦸 Tag a coach, teacher, mentor, or parent who makes a difference. Theme gear: https://t.co/Rl9v4cPwUY

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Love means protection. ❤️
Love means a safe, healthy future.

This Valentine’s Day, remind the young people in your life: choosing to stay drug-free is heroic.

Make A Difference. Be A Hero. Stay Drug Free.™

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Unpopular opinion: love isn’t always soft. Sometimes love says “no.”

Kids aren’t adults. Too much control can overwhelm—not empower.

Boundaries say:
✅ You’re safe
✅ I’ve got this

Structure builds accountability early.

Resources: https://t.co/viYl5cGq9L
Lock Your Meds.