Causes: Health, Public Health

Mission: Our mission is to empower underserved individuals and families by providing public health services and resources through community partnerships serving a multicultural population with emphasis on at-risk communities.

Target demographics: People living with HIV/AIDS and prevent substance abuse among youth

Direct beneficiaries per year: 80 students at 4 different elementary schools with a 12-week Drug/Alcohol Prevention Program. We served over 70 HIV+ individuals.

Geographic areas served: Reno, Nebada

Programs: Non-Medical Case Management and Health Education and Risk Reduction Education for HIV+ individuals and educating youth to prevent substance abuse with a program called Positive Action.