Newton County Community Coalition
Overview
We strive to prevent drug and alcohol abuse and other risky behaviors among youth through collaboration, education, empowerment, early intervention, and community transformation efforts throughout Newton County.
Our Mission
Empower community efforts throughout Newton County through networking within the community to help create a safer and more productive environment
What you’ll do as a volunteer:
- Take part in monthly meetings.
- Organize community events.
- Collaborate with community partners to facilitate change and help prevent youth substance misuse.
Goals & Objectives:
- Educate and empower parents and community members to help make healthier decisions.
- Increase collaboration, education, and early intervention efforts that promote community engagement.
- Increase community awareness about the dangers of drinking and substance use/misuse and other risky behaviors among youth
Upcoming Meetings & Events
Meetings are currently held the 4th Tuesday of each month from 8:00am – 9:00am at Neosho Library. Breakfast will be provided.
Location: Newton County Library
201 W Spring Street, Neosho, MO 64850
Join us for the Community Resource Networking Event every quarter. The Community Resource Network events are held at 8:00am on the 4th Tuesday of January, April, July, and October, prior to the Coalition meeting which will follow the event at 9:30am on these days.
Upcoming Agendas
Find out what is coming up!
- Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093067421716
- Get added to our email list to see upcoming agendas, meeting notes, and to have the opportunity to join virtually.
- Please Contact Kylie Poor at kpoor@cpozarks.org to join email list
Just the Facts
- Each October, Newton County Community Coalition hosts a Just the Facts campaign to increase awareness and share resources to prevent substance abuse in our community. Check out all of the information and resources below!
Contact Newton County Community Coaltion
To learn more about the coalition, get in touch with The Alliance:
Call the Alliance at (417) 782-9899