Prevention Network Michigan

06/01/2026

📣 NEW FREE RESOURCE: Coalition Infrastructure Toolkit

Strong coalitions start with a strong foundation. The 2026 Coalition Infrastructure Toolkit from Prevention Network provides practical tools to help coalitions strengthen governance, clarify roles, support accountability, and align around a shared mission and vision.

Whether your coalition is new, growing, or well-established, this free resource can help build sustainable infrastructure for long-term success.

Learn how to access your free copy today!
https://www.preventionnetwork.org/how-to-access-toolkit/

05/21/2026

Do you know someone making a difference in prevention, advocacy, enforcement, youth leadership, or community impact? Now’s your chance to recognize them at the 2026 MCRUD Hero Awards! 🏆

📅 Deadline to nominate: June 30, 2026
📍 Awards Event: August 21, 2026 | Guidance Center in Southgate
🎉 Free event • Lunch • Photovoice presentations • Award recognition

Help us celebrate the people and organizations making a lasting impact across Michigan.

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05/05/2026

There’s a lot happening across Michigan’s prevention field right now—and it matters.

From Mental Health Awareness Month to new tools, policy updates, and coalition successes, communities are continuing to move prevention forward.

Stay connected. Stay informed. Keep doing the work.

Check out our May newsletter for the latest updates and resources.

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04/29/2026

National Fentanyl Awareness Day
Wednesday, April 29 is National Fentanyl Awareness Day.

Fentanyl is involved in more deaths of Americans under 50 than any other cause, including heart disease, cancer, homicide, and su***de. Talk to your children about their mental health and the risks of encountering illicitly manufactured fentanyl.

Click the link below to download graphics and visuals, view speakers addressing the epidemic via free virtual webinars, browse a list of partners, and review the risk of potential scenarios in which fentanyl may be encountered.

A day of action to raise public awareness about an urgent problem: illegally made fentanyl. Join our effort.

03/31/2026

Our April newsletter is out! 🌱
From mental health awareness and prevention updates to upcoming trainings and community impact—there’s a lot happening across Michigan. Take a few minutes to check it out and stay connected.

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02/25/2026

Free Community Event. Raising teens isn’t easy. Let’s talk about it. Parents and caregivers of pre-teens and teens are invited to a conversation on raising strong, healthy kids in today's challenging world. https://preventionnetwork.regfox.com/prevention-playbook-for-parents

02/04/2026

Good news for stability and local governance — but not the end of reform discussions.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has revoked a request for proposals which would have overhauled management of the state’s behavioral health system. A notice shared Thursday through the state’s procurement website canceled the proposal, which involved up to $6 billion in stat...

02/04/2026

If you haven't heard here is an Important update for Michigan communities: the state has withdrawn its plan to overhaul the mental health system after legal concerns were raised. This decision affects how care is coordinated locally and what comes next for providers, families, and consumers. Staying informed matters. 📘

The decision follows a judge’s order to block the state’s request for proposal. The state says its aim in seeking bidders was to introduce ‘consumer choice’ to the Medicaid-backed system.

01/02/2026

Now Open: 2026 PFS Sub-Awards!

Prevention Network is accepting applications to support Michigan coalitions working on prevention efforts related to to***co, e-cigarettes, and ma*****na.

🗓 Applications open January 1–June 12, 2026 (or until funds are exhausted)

👉 Learn more and apply today to strengthen prevention in your community. https://www.preventionnetwork.org/c3/

12/22/2025

Happy Holidays from Prevention Network!

As we wrap up the year, we want to thank every educator, coalition partner, parent, prevention specialist, and community advocate who makes this work possible. Your dedication strengthens families, uplifts communities, and supports a healthier Michigan for all of us.

We wish you a safe and happy holiday season, filled with peace, joy, and meaningful connection.

PN office will be closed December 24 through January 1, 2026. We look forward to reconnecting with you in the new year!