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Archive for Year: 2019

November 6, 2019

100WOMENSTRONG TAPS FIVE NONPROFITS FOR ADDICTION AND RECOVERY GRANTS, ADDS ADDITIONAL $10,040 TO FUNDING TO HELP SPUR PROGRAMS IN LOUDOUN COUNTY

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Margaret Brown margaret@mlbpr.com 703-898-9443

The philanthropic group plans to continue support of organizations focused on providing prevention, treatment or aftercare to those dealing with substance misuse or addiction

Leesburg, Va. – 100WomenStrong has earmarked more than $35,000 to support five programs that are bridging the gap for those in need of Addiction and Recovery services in Loudoun County. After realizing that – despite the growing need – they had not received requests for grants in these areas, the philanthropic group studied the issue of drug misuse, active addiction and recovery in Loudoun County and created the new grant program based on that research. Going forward, the group will include addiction and recovery in its focus on health-related grants during its regular grant-funding cycle.

“Research by the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Fauquier Counties showed a need for services that address the areas of drug misuse, active addiction and recovery, and we are more than pleased to support the vital work these programs are providing to Loudoun County residents,” said Judi Garlick, 100WomenStrong member who led the Addiction and Recovery project for the group. “We hope to bring attention to the lack of funding in our area and encourage private, public and governmental organizations to work together to come up with effective solutions and policies for our county. When clients have a place close-by to recover and prepare for a successful future, it takes strain off them and their families. The entire county will benefit.”

The five organizations chosen for 2019 Addiction and Recovery Grants are:

The Chris Atwood Foundation – $10,000

• Recovery Housing Scholarships for Loudoun County residents who have been accepted into a sober living home but need financial assistance to secure their place. These scholarships cover a one-time move-in fee and the first two weeks at sober living. Thesehomes are a proven and effective step in recovery, but many leaving treatment cannot afford them.

Youth for Tomorrow – $9,000

• Program expansion support for group’s addition of Intensive Outpatient Substance Abuse Program for Adolescents in Loudoun County. Through the program, Youth for Tomorrow will provide licensed, highly skilled and compassionate substance abuse treatment to assist adolescents achieve their long-term sobriety goals and help them plan for a healthy and productive future.

Inova CATS Patient Assistance Fund – $6,040

Support for an individual and his / her family for Intensive Outpatient Program services for individuals transitioning from inpatient services for chemical dependency. At least 30 sessions of IOP therapy are needed to mitigate the chance of relapse, but, in some cases, insurance benefits will cover only the first 10 sessions. Many cannot afford to continue IOP services and dropping out significantly increases the risk of relapse.

Healthworks – $5,000

Support the expansion of identification and treatment of substance abuse in women seeking family planning services at Healthworks. Family planning services provide an opportunity to conduct screening, intervention and referral to therapy if it is determined the patient is at-risk or at higher risk and in need of counseling for substance abuse or the risk of substance abuse.

PRS – $5,000

• Expansion of SA Peer Services program, which offers recovery support by trained andcertified individuals who have lived the experience of substance abuse, in Loudoun County.

100WomenStrong announced the new initiative in June and solicited proposals from nonprofit organizations, government agencies or school systems who directly and specifically impact Loudoun County for programs and / or community awareness and outreach in the areas of:

  • prevention and / or treatment of substance misuse and addiction;
  • aftercare services, housing and / or therapies for those who have been in a substance misuse or addiction treatment program; and
  • programs above that apply evidence-based practices.

The group plans to continue to support organizations that provide addiction and recovery as part of their regular grant cycle’s health focus.

About 100WomenStrong

Formed in 2008, 100WomenStrong is a group of concerned philanthropists seeking to strategically invest in organizations and programs that enrich the lives of Loudoun County residents. They are committed to improving the quality of life for residents of Loudoun County, Virginia, through strategic grants to non-profits working in the areas of shelter, health, hunger and education. Members of 100WomenStrong connect and collaborate to leverage their philanthropic resources as a component fund of the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties.

For more information about 100WomenStrong, visit www.onehundredwomenstrong.org or contact Pam Ray at Pam@onehundredwomenstrong.org

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