11/26/2025
This year, we had the pleasure of presenting our Harm Reduction Hero Award to Chase Holleman. As the former Harm Reduction Lead with SAMHSA and now North Carolina’s State Opioid Response (SOR) Project Lead, this award could not be more perfectly aligned with who Chase is and the impact he continues to make.
There are truly so many things we could say about Chase. His heart for harm reduction, his unwavering dedication to community, and his ability to bridge lived experience with policy work have made him a source of hope in every space he enters. He carries deep gratitude for the people, partners, and communities who shaped his journey, and it shows in everything he does.
Chase often speaks about the privilege of uplifting the unsung heroes of harm reduction, connecting their lifesaving work with federal leadership to ensure they are seen, valued, and heard. The emotion and sincerity he brings to that mission reflect exactly who he is: someone who leads with compassion, humility, and fierce advocacy for those too often overlooked.
Congratulations again, Chase. We’re honored to celebrate you.