Calling all changemakers in Oregon City and Gladstone!
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) awarded Oregon City Together and its fiscal agent, Oregon City School District 62, $366,602 annually for five years. The grant’s purpose is to increase capacity and infrastructure that address priority risks and protective factors related to youth substance use. “This grant will fund implementing a Communities That Care system that involves the Oregon City and Gladstone School Districts as well as many other community stakeholders,” says Michele Stroh, coalition chair and school board member. “It will take us to a new level of prevention effectiveness.”
We have progressed through Phase Two of the CTC process and with the help of passionate volunteers in our two communities, we have created our name and vision statement:
OREGON CITY GLADSTONE PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH
Our Vision:
We inspire community action that empowers youth to thrive and carry forward a legacy of strength, leadership, and care.
Click the button below to fill out an interest form and join us!
Communities that Care (CTC) is an evidence-based coalition-based prevention system that uses a public health approach to prevent youth problems and help young people thrive. It is based at the University of Washington. “I am excited for the impact of OC Together’s work on our two school districts and neighboring communities. The grant funding will allow for a larger reach; prevention starts early and is so important.”” says Dayle Spitzer, superintendent of Oregon City School District 62. Jeremiah Patterson, superintendent of the Gladstone School District, agrees and says, “We welcome the opportunity to work with our neighbors in Oregon City to help all youth thrive.” We are currently recruiting community changemakers to join these efforts!
