Stand Out Act Responsibly

10/10/2026

10/10/2026

THE 3-PERSON SUPPORT MAP.

Write down three people you could call when life gets hard. Then ask yourself: 'Does someone else know they can call me?'

Prevention grows when people know where to turn.

10/10/2026

BUSINESS HERO ACTION: INVEST IN YOUR COMMUNITY.

Businesses can make a difference by supporting prevention initiatives, displaying resources, creating supportive workplaces, encouraging healthy choices and investing in opportunities for young people.

Prevention is everyone's business.

10/10/2026

THE BUSINESS HERO CHALLENGE.

Choose one:

✔ Share a prevention resource with your team.
✔ Display a community resource.
✔ Support a youth-serving program.
✔ Create a healthy workplace activity.
✔ Partner with a local prevention effort.

What will your business do this month?

10/10/2026

MEET BIZ CHAMPION: THE HERO WHO BUILDS A HEALTHY COMMUNITY.

Biz Champion believes strong businesses help build strong communities—and strong communities help young people thrive.

Her superpower is turning opportunity into action: partnering with prevention efforts, supporting families, investing in youth and creating healthy environments.

10/10/2026

10/09/2026

PARENTS: YOU DON'T HAVE TO FIGURE THIS OUT ALONE.

Use trusted prevention resources to prepare for conversations about alcohol, ni****ne, cannabis, prescription drugs and other substances.

Start with information. Follow with connection. Keep talking.

10/09/2026

💗 EVERY PARENT CONNECTION CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Parents don’t have to do it alone.

The people surrounding our young people matter—from other parents and teachers to coaches, friends, healthcare professionals, and community partners. Each connection creates another opportunity to listen, support, encourage healthy choices, and help young people thrive.

When parents build strong connections with the people in their child’s life, they gain a clearer picture of what’s happening—and a stronger network to turn to when challenges arise.

💬 Start a conversation.
🤝 Build connections.
❤️ Be present.
🌟 Together, we can create healthier, safer, stronger communities.

This Red Ribbon Month, let’s recognize the power of every parent, every connection, and every community partner in prevention.

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

10/09/2026

HEROES ASK. HEROES LISTEN. HEROES CONNECT.

Try these three steps:

1. Ask an open question.
2. Listen without immediately fixing.
3. Connect the young person to support when needed.

You don't have to solve everything in one conversation. Keep the door open.