Posted on September 2, 2008
CTC Lands Federal Funding
Five Town Communities That Care recently learned that it has been awarded a grant through the federal Drug Free Communities Support Program—which will provide up to $125,000 each year for five years—to support its coalition activities to prevent substance abuse in the five-town community of Appleton, Camden, Hope, Lincolnville, and Rockport.
"This funding will allow us to continue to build our capacity to promote healthy youth development, and to do a better job at getting information out to the community," stated Five Town CTC Executive Director Dalene Dutton. "In today’s tough economic climate, getting a grant like this makes a huge difference to a small nonprofit agency like ours. To my knowledge we were the only new coalition in Maine funded by this program this year. We are very proud that we were able to compete successfully with organizations all over the country—not just because our community has a need, but also because our Coalition has a proven track record."
The Drug Free Communities Support Program is an initative sponsored by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) in partnership with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in order to 1) strengthen collaboration among communities, private nonprofit agencies, and Federal, State, and local governments to support the efforts of community coalitions to prevent and reduce substance abuse among youth; and 2) reduce substance abuse among youth and, over time, among adults by addressing the factors in a community that increase the risk of substance abuse and promoting the factors that minimize the risk of substance abuse.
Funding through the program is not to be used to deliver programs, but is instead designed to focus on increasing the capacity of the coalition to promote healthy youth development and prevent substance abuse, and for the coalition to implement environmental strategies such as media campaigns or comprehensive reviews of local policies and procedures dealing with youth substance abuse.
Camden Police Chief Philip Roberts was pleased to hear of the award. "What great news to hear that Five Town Communities That Care has received this grant. While the five town area has a number of various civic groups willing and able to address the issues of substance abuse and factors that put youth at risk, I know of no other organization that collaborates so well with so many resources to actually make this happen. How much better it is to have these issues addressed now than to deal with them as problems in the courts and hospitals later in life," Roberts said.
Others in the community were also glad to learn of the award. Dr. J. Luke Engeriser, MD, a psychiatrist at PenBay Medical Center in Rockport said, "The Coalition has made a significant impact on public health issues in our community—including reducing youth substance abuse and suicide. This grant will help Five Town CTC continue their important work."
"I have been associated with Five Town Communities That Care since its inception in 2003," shared Rev. Adam Kohlstrom, Pastor of Chestnut Street Baptist Church in Camden. "I remain just as excited about and committed to its mission to promote healthy youth development and to prevent problem adolescent behaviors here in the five town community. Because of my involvement with youth, I know first-hand just how important the work of Five Town CTC is to our students. News of this grant leaves me elated, for I know the good that will be accomplished as a result of it."
Five Town Communities That Care has received congratulations from Maine’s Office of Substance Abuse, and from elected officials. "Community drug-free programs are important to building safe and healthy communites." said U.S. Senators Snowe and Collins in a joint statement. "We are pleased to see this funding supporting the Five Town Communities That Care Coalition"
U. S. Representative Tom Allen wrote, "With these funds, the community can now move forward with its thoughtful, comprehensive plan to reduce substance abuse by promoting positive youth development and preventing problem behavior."
For more information about the Drug Free Communities Support Program, visit www.http://www.ondcp.gov/dfc/. For more information about Five Town Communities That Care, contact Dalene Dutton at (207) 236-9800, by emailing dalene@fivetownctc.org, or by visiting www.fivetownctc.org.
See our calendar page for a calendar view of events, meetings, etc.
February 2010
- Drug Free Action Alliance 'SuperBowl Survey"
- STAR Canceled Today (Wednesday, Feb 3) due to poor road conditions!
- Youth Advocate Award Winners
- Winterfest Ice Carving
January 2010
- Five Town CTC Coalition Newsletter Available
- Perceived Risk of Harm of Marijuana Use Down Nationally for 12th Graders
- Study finds 45% of Seized Cocaine Contained Levamisole
December 2009
November 2009
- Holiday Home Tour Tickets On Sale
- We Are Over Half-Way and there is still a chance to Double Your Donation!
- Holiday Home Tour Proceeds to Support FTCTC!
- STAR Program Honored by Chamber of Commerce!
- FTCTC Offered New Challenge Grant!
- FTCTC Executive Director Honored With 2009 MAPSA Prevention Award
- Five Town CTC Coalition Meeting A Success!
October 2009
- Marijuana Use Down 66% Since We Began Programming in 2004!
- STAR Program Recognized by Maine After School Network
- Have a 5th - 8th grader? This workshop is for you!
- Challenge Met for $25K Grant!
- Help us meet our challenge grant!
September 2009
- Tug Kellough Takes Over STAR Helm
- CTC featured in JAMA publication!
- Out of Darkness Walk on Saturday, Sept. 26th!
- National Town Hall Webcast Available for viewing
- Five Town CTC on FaceBook!
- Five Town CTC featured on MPBN's "Maine Things Considered"
- Five Town Communities That Care featured on ABC News
August 2009
- Doris Buffett to match donations!
- STAR Program featured in National Council Magazine!
- Live in Maine? Under age 25? Take our survey and enter to win $250!
- Chestnut Street Baptist Church Donates $1200!
- Volunteers Needed To Assist With Research Project
July 2009
- Five Town CTC Efforts Featured During Panel at National Event
- CTC Staff off to Louisville Training, Office closed
- Out of Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk Date Set for Fall
June 2009
- Organizers Needed for Out of Darkness Walk
- STAR Program To Be Featured in National Magazine
- Coalition Meeting Features Inhalant Abuse Prevention Keynote
May 2009
- STAR Celebration Date Changed to June 2!
- Local Parents Prepare to Guide Good Choices
- CTC Welcomes New STAR Program Coordinator!
- CTC Reps Participate in National Training
- CTC Director Part of Maine Delegation
April 2009
March 2009
February 2009
- CTC HoopSTARs Take On the Harlem Ambassadors!
- FTCTC Presents to Medical Staff at PenBay Medical Center
- CTC Director Presents at National Leadership Forum
January 2009
December 2008
November 2008
October 2008
- Five Town CTC Joins UMCC Family
- CTC HoopStars to Challenge Harlem Ambassadors
- GGC Registration Extended!
September 2008
August 2008
- CTC Hosts SAMHSA Award Program Representative
- Marijuana Sourcebook Available from ONDCP
- Math and Literacy Mentors Receives $5000 from MCF
- Summer Newsletter Available
July 2008
- CTC Director in Washington, D.C.
- STAR Program National Finalist for "Science to Service" Award
- Prevention Programs Cut Rates of Juvenile Delinquency
June 2008
April 2008
March 2008
- CTC on the MOVE!
- Spring STAR Registrations Due Friday, March 28!
- STAR Winter Cycle Celebration
- STAR Celebration March 13th
February 2008
January 2008
- Coalition Members testify before Legislative Committee
- Boys Night Out Begins Feb. 7th
- Meeting on Underage Drinking Jan. 30th!
- Parent Forum on Teen Sexual Assault Jan 23rd.
- Daughters 'N Dads Begins January 15
- You Can Win Diamonds!