coalition: a group of people or organizations working together to achieve a common goal.
About Healthy KP
Formed in 2018, Healthy KP Substance Use Prevention Coalition is a community-based group of volunteers from various sectors of the Plainville, Norfolk and Wrentham communities. Our coalition members include school personnel, parents, students, law enforcement, businesses, civic and volunteer groups, religious and fraternal organizations and health care professionals working together to prevent and reduce the use of alcohol, drugs and tobacco products among our youth. Learn more about our coalition and sector reps here.
In December of 2020, Healthy KP was awarded a competitive federal five-year Drug-Free Communities (DFC) grant allowing the coalition to strengthen community collaboration and engagement to prevent and reduce substance use among youth. By implementing evidence based prevention programs, strengthening community partnerships and building connections through community events over the last five years, Healthy KP has made progress in reducing rates of youth use. Learn more about what we've made happen over the last five years here. Healthy KP plans to apply for continued funding in the spring of 2025. We are Healthy KP.
Our community coalition meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6pm at King Philip High School. Everyone in our community is invited to attend. Check the Upcoming Events calendar for meeting room location each month or email for more information.
Our high school student coalition meets at least once a month to connect and plan fun events and peer leadership opportunities. This group is also a great way to earn community service hours and meet other students. Email for more information.
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” — Dr. Margaret Mead, Anthropologist