HC DrugFree

HC DrugFree is a Howard County nonprofit organization with a mission of empowering the community to raise drug-free youth.

01/16/2026

While stalking impacts people of all ages, many stalking survivors are first targeted as teens or young adults. Young people need information, resources, and support around stalking victimization.

Check out campus resources: https://www.stalkingawareness.org/campus-resources/

01/14/2026

January is National Stalking Awareness Month 2026. Join the annual call to action to elevate the issue of stalking and amplify the call to KNOW IT, NAME IT, and STOP IT. Check out StalkingAwareness.org to learn more, access resources, and join the conversation.

01/12/2026

The 2025-26 HoCo Student Film Festival is on May 1, 2026 from 7:00-8:30 pm at the Miller Library

Submission deadline: April 7, 2026. More info to come soon!!!

The theme of the HC DrugFree Category is: In The Know: Fake Pills, Real Danger

Counterfeit prescription pills are increasingly being laced with illegal fentanyl and other dangerous substances, and people often don’t know what’s inside. HC DrugFree is aligning this year’s category with national public awareness efforts and resources, including the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)’s One Pill Can Kill campaign.

Full Guidelines available here: https://hcdrugfree.org/hoco-filmfest/

01/11/2026

Resolve to be a LEADER this 2026! Joining the Teen Advisory Council allows 8-12th grade HoCo students to...
* Earn Community Service Hours
* Gain experience for job & college applications
* Opportunities to volunteer year round
* Be a leader and role model in Howard County

Register and learn more here! https://buff.ly/LHR1xly

01/10/2026

Join our upcoming Teen Advisory Council (TAC) meeting on Monday! Our Teen Advisory Council is open to Howard County 8th-12th graders to promote discussion, earn community service, and learn important skills for healthy decision making.

If you are not a TAC member, go to the Teen Advisory Council page on our website to learn more and join TAC.

To attend monthly meetings, TAC members must RSVP/register each month to receive the unique Zoom link: https://forms.gle/wZpGGCrRj3w82T458

01/09/2026

Save The Date for our February Teen Advisory Council meeting!

In the meantime, register for our upcoming JANUARY meeting on Monday, Jan. 12th.

Register: https://forms.gle/wZpGGCrRj3w82T458
Learn More: https://hcdrugfree.org/teen-advisory-council/

01/05/2026

Join us as we recognize national Substance Use Disorder Month. Help raise awareness and share resources that connect people to treatment samhsa.gov/treatment

Remember, safe storage of medications is one of the best way to prevent substances and medication misuse! Lock away your medication, dispose of it safely, and keep your family safe and healthy.

01/04/2026

As the holiday cheer continues, celebrations are still happening across our community. 🎉

If you’re heading out with friends or family, plan a safe way home. If alcohol or other substances are involved, choose a rideshare, designated driver, or public transportation.

Impaired driving is preventable — and a safe ride protects you and everyone else on the road.

Celebrate smart and keep Howard County safe. 🚗💙

01/03/2026

Counterfeit prescription pills are becoming an increasingly serious threat in our community. Many are laced with illegal fentanyl and other dangerous substances, and too often, people have no idea what’s inside.

To raise awareness, we are partnering with the HoCo Student Film Festival on May 1, 2026 from 7:00-8:30 pm at the Miller Library

HC DrugFree is proud to align this year’s PSA category with national public awareness efforts, including the DEA’s One Pill Can Kill campaign, to help prevent overdoses and save lives.

Full Guidelines here: https://hcdrugfree.org/hoco-filmfest/

01/03/2026

Are your college kids home for the holidays or ready to go back to school? Take the time now to talk about the dangers of fentanyl & remind them that avoiding drugs can help them keep their studies & future career options on track. Let's keep America fentanyl free. 🇺🇸

Remember, safe storage in a secure lockbox or medicine cabinet is the best way to prevent accidental overdose.

Learn more:
https://www.dea.gov/fentanylfree

01/02/2026

If 2025 felt heavy, you’re not alone. Families in Howard County continue to face rising substance use risks, increasingly dangerous drugs, and constant pressure to keep their loved ones safe.

That’s why prevention matters.

HC DrugFree works every day to educate youth, empower parents, and strengthen our community through evidence-based prevention programs, safe medication disposal, and clear, reliable information.

But we don’t stop at education. We bring community voices to the table: working with schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and local leaders to shape prevention strategies that reflect real needs and real experiences.

Your gift helps sustain this life-saving work. Even a small donation supports prevention programs, community education, and efforts that keep harmful substances out of homes.

Thank you for supporting a healthier, safer Howard County. 💙

https://hcdrugfree.org/donate/

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