Youth Running Strong - Sanders - Care AZ

10/16/2026

❤️ Red Ribbon Week starts October 23rd! ❤️

October 23–31 is Red Ribbon Week, a time to raise awareness about drug prevention and encourage healthy, drug-free choices!

We believe prevention starts with education and open conversations. Let's work together to teach our youth about the dangers of drugs and empower them to make positive choices for their future.

❤️ Together, we can make a difference!

10/15/2026

Know the facts. Understand the risks. Start the conversation. 💬
Kratom may seem harmless, but it can carry serious health risks, including addiction and dependence. Take time to educate yourself and talk with your kids and loved ones about the dangers of Kratom. Awareness starts at home, and prevention starts with a conversation. 💙

Click the link below to read more

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The DEA will move four kratom-related drugs to the most restrictive legal category, the DOJ announced Friday, following new HHS guidance.

10/13/2026

Be aware. Stay informed. Awareness starts with learning and talking together. ❤️

10/12/2026

🌟 WHAT'S YOUR DREAM? 🌟

🏀 Playing college sports?
🎓 Going to college?
💰 Having your dream career?
✈️ Traveling the world?
🏡 Owning your dream home?
❤️ Making your family proud?

💪 Big dreams start with smart choices! Stay drug-free and keep your future bright!

👇 What's YOUR dream? Tell us in the comments!

10/09/2026

🌟 A Reminder for Our Youth 🌟

Growing up isn't always easy. There can be pressure from friends, school, social media, and everyday life. That's why it's important to remember:

💙 You are allowed to take a break.
💙 Doing your best is enough.
💙 You can overcome challenges.
💙 Your value is not based on grades, popularity, or achievements.
💙 You don't need everyone else's approval to be worthy.

Making positive choices starts with believing in yourself and recognizing your strengths. Every day is a chance to learn, grow, and become the person you want to be.

At Youth Running Strong, we believe every young person deserves support, encouragement, and the opportunity to build a healthy future.

✨ Which reminder do you need most today?

10/08/2026

It’s so important to talk about these things as a family! Prevention starts at home 💙

10/02/2026

Please take some time to watch and share THC, Inc.

This important documentary explores how the commercialization of cannabis and increasingly potent THC products may affect young people, families, mental health, and our communities.

Watch the documentary here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iX7f-ty6eA

Please share this video to help raise awareness and encourage an open, thoughtful conversation.

09/30/2026

Prevention starts with education. 💙

Take a few minutes to watch this video about Kratom and learn more about what is out there. Educating ourselves and our families can help us have important conversations, recognize potential risks, and make informed choices.

Stay informed. Talk with your family. Share resources. Together, we can make prevention a priority.

Kratom is involved in more than 5,200 overdose deaths, and it's sol...

09/28/2026

Know the signs, call 911, you could save a life 💙

09/24/2026

What are you running toward?
🏃 Sports?
🎨 Creativity?
🎵 Music?
🌲 Adventure?
🤝 Friendships?
📚 Your future?

Choose activities that build you up—not habits that hold you back.

Choose to Be Drug Free