Michigan Coalition to Reduce Underage Drinking (MCRUD)

06/01/2026

Give youth a voice through photography, storytelling, and prevention awareness.
The Michigan Coalition to Reduce Underage Drinking (MCRUD) is inviting coalitions and youth across Michigan to participate in the 2026 Photovoice Project — a creative opportunity for students in grades 6–12 to explore and share perspectives about alcohol use and prevention in their communities.

Who? Open to kids in grades 6-12.

When? The MCRUD Photovoice Project will run over the course of 3 weeks from June 14 – July 6.

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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.

03/27/2026

MCRUD's 13th Annual Shoalition Showcase 
April 23, 2026, at Peckham in Lansing
Register today! https://preventionnetwork.regfox.com/13th-annual-mcrud-shoalition-showcase

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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

12/23/2025

Happy Holidays from MCRUD/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.

Please note: Our office will be closed December 24 through January 1, with most staff returning January 5. We look forward to reconnecting with you in the new year!

11/26/2025

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, MCRUD is grateful for every partner, volunteer, and community champion working to reduce underage drinking across Michigan. Your dedication strengthens families, supports youth, and builds safer communities.

MCRUD Office Hours:
We will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28.
Regular operations resume Monday, December 1.

Wishing you a safe, healthy, and restorative holiday. Happy Thanksgiving from the MCRUD team!

09/09/2025

MCRUD cares about creating safe and stable places to reflect and grow. Recovery is REAL — it Restores Every Aspect of Life.
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07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July from MCRUD!

Wishing everyone a safe and fun holiday! 🎆