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Ajo Substance Abuse Prevention and Education Coalition (SAPE) Funded by Arizona Complete Health, Ajo Substance abuse Prevention and Education coalition seeks to educate, empower and ensure that all youth and their families are provided the tools and resources needed to help them lead safe, productive and addiction free lives. The coalition works to identify existing programs in Ajo to address youth and family issues and to provide the community with tools to protect against risky and unhealthy behaviors such as underage drinking, youth use of marijuana and misuse of prescription and over-the-counter medications. With many partners including the Pima County Sherriff’s department, Ajo Unified School District, and several others, SAPE is able to reach a broad scope of youth in Ajo, Arizona Our Mission: To educate, Empower, and Ensure that all youth and their families are provided the tools and resources needed to help them lead Safe, Productive, and Addiction-free lives. Our Vision: To Foster a Trauma-informed community by showing respect for all, no matter what their social, emotional, physical or legal status- in order to both address and prevent substance use disorders Community members report seeing an increase of messaging around substance abuse in the community. Coalition members report that they feel more impactful as a part of a coalition that they would alone. Contacts: Rhardo Fernandez 928.920.0954 Gerard@AZYP.org - Ronald Pisciotta 520.500-9997 Ronald@AZYP.org

Youth Leadership & Life Skills Healthy Relationships, Skills for Success & Self-Esteem AZYP Youth Council Empowers young people to take active roles in leadership and community engagement. Participants collaborate on projects, share their perspectives, and build communication, teamwork, and civic responsibility skills. Learn More Kids at Hope Builds a culture of success by reinforcing that all youth are capable of achieving their goals. Participants connect with supportive adults and develop resilience, optimism, and a belief in their future. Learn More Love Notes Teaches high school youth how to build healthy, respectful, and safe relationships. Participants learn communication, boundaries, and decision-making skills to support emotional well-being and avoid risky behaviors. Learn More Positive Potential Helps middle school youth develop self-esteem, confidence, and essential life skills. Participants focus on goal setting, communication, and making healthy choices in relationships and daily life. Learn More Project HOPE Prepares youth for employment and long-term career success through hands-on training and support. Participants build resumes, explore careers, and develop workplace skills like communication and financial literacy. Learn More Project READY A prevention-focused program that helps youth build confidence, resilience, and healthy decision-making skills. Participants learn about substance abuse prevention, goal setting, and positive peer relationships while gaining tools to navigate challenges. Learn More Summer Leadership Institute Provides a multi-day experience designed to strengthen leadership skills in a supportive environment. Participants explore communication, goal setting, and personal growth through interactive activities and collaboration. Learn More Summer Youth Leadership Conferences Offers one-day events focused on leadership, resilience, and healthy decision-making. Participants engage in workshops and sessions on topics like stress management and substance use prevention. Learn More Wyman's Teen Outreach Program Combines group discussions with community service to build social, emotional, and leadership skills. Participants strengthen relationships, improve engagement, and develop a sense of purpose and responsibility. Learn More Youth Advisory Board Provides a platform for youth to share their voice and influence programs and community initiatives. Participants collaborate with peers and professionals while building leadership skills and confidence. Learn More

*AZYP's Youth & Family Division has merged with our Youth Wellness Division, which supports youth in developing healthy mental, emotional, and physical well-being through education. The Youth Wellness division strives to help youth reach their full potential, mentally, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Our goal is to help youth not just survive, but thrive. Youth Mental Health First Aid Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach teachers, family members, caregivers, school staff, health and human services workers and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18)... Learn More Wake Up! Wake Up! is a drug education diversion program for individuals aged 12-22 who have been arrested for drug and/or alcohol related charges. This program allows participants to consider their choices... Learn More Healthy Relationships AZYP implements a variety of curriculums to educate youth and equip them with the skills and knowledge necessary to create successful, healthy relationships. Learn More Teen Maze Teen Maze is an interactive, one-time, 30-minute event for high school youth to think about their decision-making process. This exercise emphasizes non-fatal... Learn More Wyman's Teen Outreach Program Wyman’s Teen Outreach Program acknowledges that adolescence is a time of rapid change and growth physically, mentally, emotionally and socially. This program aims to help teens improve... Learn More Help and Hope for YOUth Help & Hope for Youth is a multi-sector initiative of Arizona Youth Partnership and was created to expand youth mental health awareness and education to reduce stigma that surrounds mental health... Learn More Summer Leadership Institute This free summer program provides a safe and fun environment for youth (ages 11-17) to learn how to succeed as a leader in their world. Learn More AZYP Youth Council Arizona Youth Partnership's Youth Council is a paid leadership program for youth ages 11–19 who want to take action on issues that matter, like mental health, bullying prevention, and youth wellness. Learn More AIM 4 Teen Moms AIM 4 Teen Moms (AIM4TM) is an evidence-based intervention to reduce rapid repeat pregnancies among teen moms by helping teen mothers... Learn More Active Parenting: First Five Years Active Parenting: First Five Years is a parenting education program that works with parents and their children ages 0-5 on relationship improvement, mental... Learn More Project VIP Project VIP focuses on implementing comprehensive prevention and intervention approaches to combat violence against women, especially in isolated and underserved communities. The program is designed to achieve the following four key goals... Learn More Kelley Coronado 520.591.1490 Kelley@AZYP.org

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Young Adult Development Association of Havasu Founded in 2009, Young Adult Development Association of Havasu (YADAH) is a community coalition formed in Lake Havasu City to address the needs of our youth. This group of concerned citizens meets monthly to discuss local youth substance use/abuse/misuse and plans strategies to combat access to alcohol, marijuana, prescription drugs used illegally and other drugs as they may become problematic. YADAH addresses community specific problems while also collaborating with nearby community coalitions to form a unified front toward increasing protective factors and decreasing risk factors for youth in the greater Lake Havasu City area and Mohave County. 2019 Walk Away from Drugs Event Mission and Vision Our Mission: Our mission is to bring knowledge and activities to LHC through active engagement of community members to facilitate the maintenance of healthy lifestyles for our youth and their families. Our Vision: A drug free community that empowers and enriches the lives of our youth and families. What is a Coalition? Community coalitions are increasingly used as a vehicle to foster improvements in community health. A coalition is traditionally defined as “a group of individuals representing diverse organizations, factions or constituencies who agree to work together to achieve a common goal.” Community coalitions are composed of diverse organizations that form an alliance in order to pursue a common goal. The activities of community coalitions include outreach, education, prevention, service delivery, capacity building, empowerment, community action, and systems change. 2022 Hobbies not Habits Event WANT TO SPONSOR HOBBIES NOT HABITS OR WALK AWAY FROM DRUGS EVENTS ? REGISTER HERE Contact: Ricarda DeAnda 928.846.1462 Ricarda@AZYP.org

AZYP's Project HOPE is a comprehensive program for youth aged 16-24 in Gila and Pinal Counties offering resume support, job placement assistance, career exploration, financial aid for certifications, case management, and essential supplies to jumpstart your career journey is tailored. Project HOPE Having Opportunities to Prepare for Employment Discover Project HOPE, an innovative workforce development initiative tailored to empower youths aged 16-24 in Gila and Pinal Counties. Our program is designed to enhance employability by providing comprehensive support, including obtaining industry-recognized certifications, crafting compelling resumes, and connecting with our extensive network of local employers and community partners. Project HOPE Provides: Support with resume development Guidance in securing summer or part-time employment Assistance in exploring career pathways Financial aid for obtaining up to 2 industry-recognized certifications Case management during the initial year of employment Funding for essential supplies like tools and equipment to kickstart a career Empowering through Comprehensive Support & Skill Development Funding is available for certification programs including Welding, OSHA, Cosmetology, CNA, GED, CDL, and First Aid/CPR. Leveraging our extensive local network, we assist participants in job searching and career exploration. Collaborating with programs like AZ@Work, we enhance our resources and funding opportunities. Our curriculum, Botvin’s Transitions, focuses on cultivating vital soft skills such as Goal Setting, Effective Communication, Stress Management, Decision Making, Financial Literacy, and Relationship Building, aimed at bolstering youth employability. Participants of any income level qualify to participate. SIGN UP HERE! AZYP's Project HOPE provides customized assistance and resources aimed at boosting the employability of youth aged 16-24 residing in Gila and Pinal counties. Contacts: Josh Cummings - Josh@AZYP.org | 928-323-7121 Andrea Beltran - Andreab@AZYP.org | 520-391-0449

Board Of Directors Dale Fry President Janel Lloyd Vice President Chuck Leefers Treasurer Tianah Jimenez Secretary Don Cox Jerome Heitzman Anahi Ortiz Deborah Liverence Cindy Rivera Helene Quiroz Juan Diego Cubillo Andrew Whitehill Legal Counsel | Non-voting Robert Garcia Employment Legal Advisor | Non-voting Interested in being part of the board of directors? Click Here to Fill Out an Application

Cultivating Healthy Foundations to Build Stronger Families & Strengthening families by strengthening the community. About Up Top (About) ABOUT US | OUR MISSION & VALUES | OUR HISTORY | OUR PARTNERS | FINANCIAL & OTHER REPORTS | OUR MISSION & VALUES MISSION STATEMENT AZYP empowers youth to harness their strengths to live healthy and purposeful lives. -- We do this by engaging with youth, families, and communities through intentional programs and services, as well as through partnerships with community organizations. We earn trust by creating an atmosphere of integrity and respect for all. OUR VISION Empowered youth; strong, stable families; thriving communities OUR VALUES 1. Service to Community comes first. 2. Respect means there is space for everyone. 3. Teamwork powers our impact. 4. Accountability to fulfill our commitments. 5. Dedication & Drive for our mission. 6. Care & Compassion for self and other. BACK TO TOP Misson & Values OUR HISTORY History AZYP was founded in 1990 by a group of concerned Pima County citizens who sought to provide rural communities in the county access to the services available in the Tucson metro area. In 2006, AZYP expanded to serve rural communities across Arizona and seeks to employ a root cause approach to fighting poverty, build healthy, self-sufficient youth and families through evidence-based prevention programs and community involvement. THE STORY BEHIND OUR LOGO The icon before our agency’s initials represents a seed in which a “C” is incorporated for Community. The heart within the seed shows our love for Arizona communities and the leaf represents cultivating healthy families. In the AZYP initials, the Y is pulled forward to showcase the importance of Youth in all that we do. Please note: Unauthorized use of Arizona Youth Partnership's logo is prohibited. Prior approval is mandatory if you intend to include our logo on your website. Contact us to request permission and guidelines for usage. Contact Jetzabel Glennon for your request Jetzabel@azyp.org | 520-500-9995 BACK TO TOP FINANCIAL & OTHER REPORTS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FORM 990 2023-2024 Financial Statement 2023-2024 IRS Form 990 2022-2023 Financial Statement 2022-2023 IRS Form 990 2021-2022 Financial Statement 2021-2022 IRS Form 990 Financials OUR PARTNERS OUR PARTNERS BACK TO TOP

Summer Youth Leadership Conferences One day conferences for youth between the ages of 9 and 17 to provide leadership skills along with goal setting, resiliency, and ways to deal with stress. Each conference is set up with opening and closing speakers and at least 3 breakout session on different topics such as Tobacco issues, the dangers and consequences of underage drinking and substance use, and dealing with stress in a positive healthy way. These conferences are held in multiple locations in rural Arizona to break the barrier of no public transportation in many towns. Contact: Darien Mathews 310.926.4765 Darien@AZYP.org

School & Youth Organizations Online Resources The American Academy of Pediatrics The American Academy of Pediatrics has published guidance for clinicians on screening for emotional and behavioral disorders. The Health and Human Services of Adolescent Health The Health and Human Services Office of Adolescent Health offers information on adolescent development and a wide range of resources and online training for professionals. SAMHSA's Suicide Prevention Resource Center SAMHSA's Suicide Prevention Resource Center provides information on the role of high school teachers in preventing suicide. SAMHSA-HRSA Center for Integrated Health Solutions (CIHS) SAMHSA-HRSA CIHS reviews the latest resources and research related integrated care from children and youth, and compiles the most helpful information The Kennedy Forum The Kennedy Forum offers several resources for educators, including 5 Pillars, the Pathway to Improving the Delivery of Mental Health Services in Education; and Mental Health Activities for the Classroom The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services offers mental health resources and information, including guidance for educators and for community leaders The Society for Adolescent Health Medicine The Society for Adolescent Health Medicine supports adolescent health and medicine professionals in variety of ways including clinical care resources and professional development. Additional Resources NAMI Ending the Silence Ending the Silence is a no-cost, 50 minute presentation designed to give middle and high school students an opportunity to learn about mental illness through discussion and short videos. The program is delivered by a two-person team trained by NAMI Southern Arizona, one of whom is a young adult living in recovery with a diagnosable mental health condition. Students learn to recognize the early warning signs of mental health conditions and learn what to do if they or someone they know is showing these signs. They also learn how to help themselves, friends, or family members who may be in need of support. Once the program is completed, handouts are sent home to parents informing them of the program. Ending the Silence is also available for school staff and families. To request Ending the Silence for your school or organization, please reach out to Kelley Coronado at Kelley@AZYP.org or Becky Nuffer, NAMI Membership Coordinator, at 520.622.5582 with any questions Try it Now! Text START to 89800 Text, Talk, Act Text, Talk, Act is a free, 50-minute interactive activity that guides students in a discussion using a series of pre-programmed text messages. Participants gather in small groups (3-4 people) with one cell phone per group and receive a series of text messages that facilitates a conversation on mental health: why it is important, how to care for it, and how to help a friend in need. The text messages include videos, social media interactions, polling questions and discussion questions. Text, Talk, Act can be done on its own, or it can be scheduled consecutively with Ending the Silence to increase the engagement with and retention of the learning. For questions or to request Text, Talk, Act for your group, please contact Raquel Goodrich, Raquel@texttalkact.com Not Broken Not Broken is a candid, unflinching, yet hopeful one-hour documentary about the lives of seven young people who have mental illnesses, told in their own brave words. To highlight that mental illness affects all of us, these stories represent a spectrum of different experiences. Some of the participants are youth of color, some identify as LGBTQ, some have survived sexual abuse, poverty, bullying – and all are fighting to live their dreams despite their mental health challenges. Segments of Not Broken are featured on PBS LearningMedia and are supplemented with teacher guides, discussion guides and additional resources. These short film modules can be used to support viewing of Not Broken while engaging students in discussions about mental health, trauma, self-harm, drug use, suicide, violence and the stereotypes, myths and realities of living with mental illness. Click to access the full documentary, vignettes and PBS LearningMedia collection. For additional information, contact Cheryl Gerken, Educational Outreach Coordinator, at 520.621.4792 Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHA) YMHFA is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people to teach them how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge, or who may be in crisis. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. Youth Mental Health First Aid is an eight hour training which can be delivered in one day or in two 4-hour sessions. For more information on Youth Mental Health First aid, contact Kelley Coronado at Kelley@AZYP.org Click Here to go to Arizona Youth Partnership's page to register! Anti-Stigma Educational Strategies and Programs Developed by the Help & Hope for YOUth Education & Training Task Force, this listing of educational strategies and programs includes the name, topics, intended audience, evidence basis, cost, ease of use and pros and cons. Click to download. Mental Health Intercept Map and Toolkit The Mental Health Intercept Map (MHIM) is based on Substance use and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Sequential Intercept Model (SIM). The Mental Health Intervention Mapping Toolkit is intended to provide county-specific resources for all youth and act as the bridge to getting the help they may need. For those who implement this, it will allow for self assessment of key issues in their community for mental health and provide local resources to fill those gaps. MHIM has 4 primary objectives: Develop a mental health map of how children, youth, and young adults flow through systems of care and who can intercept youth at each level. Identify resources, gaps in services, and opportunities at each intercept for children, youth, and young adults ages 5-24. Develop priorities to improve the system. Increase capacity for information capture and data collection. *Resources are currently being gathered to put together an individualized toolkit for each county. Click here for a more detailed walkthrough of the map! For any additional questions, please reach out to Kelley Coronado at Kelley@AZYP.org *Click on the image to magnify* Go Back Contact: Kelley Coronado P: 520.591.1490 E-mail: Kelley@AZYP.org

Too Good for Drugs Too Good for Drugs and Violence Skill development is at the core of Too Good for Drugs, a universal K-12 prevention education program designed to mitigate the risk factors and enhance protective factors related to alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) use. The lessons introduce and develop social and emotional skills for making healthy choices, building positive friendships, developing self-efficacy, communicating effectively, and resisting peer pressure and influence. Too Good for Drugs teaches five essential social and emotional learning skills, which research has linked with healthy development and academic success: Setting Reachable Goals Making Responsible Decisions Bonding with Pro-Social Others Identifying and Managing emotions Communicating Effectively Learn More here... Elementary At the elementary school level, additional skills and developmental topics build on the core skill set to broaden the student’s sense of self-efficacy and confidence. Lesson designs are tailored to the intellectual, cognitive, and social development of the student. Interactive games and activities help students visualize and apply the strategies and skills directly so they can begin to apply them in their daily life right away. Middle School Too Good for Drugs empowers teens to meet the challenges of middle school life fostering confidence and building resistance to substance abuse. Students set and reach more complex goals and, in the process, develop and practice stronger decision-making skills and effective-communication skills. High School Too Good for Drugs in High School applies real world challenges teens face in high school to explore practical guidance for understanding the negative health effects related to prescription drug misuse, underage drinking, marijuana abuse, opioid abuse, and nicotine use. Students also explore the stages of addiction and the risks associated with experimentation. The holistic approach (school, student, family) to the program helps make sure that across the board the objectives are being supported and encouraged. The goal is to set the student up for success and this program helps the other adults in their lives to be a part of that as well. -Colleen D., Community Outreach Specialist Our Locations: Services are provided statewide either in person or through virtual programming throughout the state of Arizona. If you are interested in seeing one of our programs at your location please contact us. Contact: Julie Craig 928.961.0426 JulieC@AZYP.org

Teen Maze Teen Maze is an interactive, 30- 60 minute event for high school students focused on decision making and the consequences of using drugs and alcohol. Students start at a party, where they are given a card with a scenario about an unhealthy choice that a teen could make at a party. After participating in a mock party the students then enter the “maze”, where they visit different tables that represent possible consequences of decisions made at the party. Stations are run by volunteers from the schools and the community (court, law enforcement, career, hospital), who have a script guiding participants through a discussion about how their decisions affect them, their friends, and their family, as well as what they could do differently. Participation from local law enforcement, health partners, juvenile court helps to increase reality of consequences. Increases students concept of risk associated with drugs and alcohol. Teaches facts about substances not previously known. Sparks conversation with youth about decision-making process. Over 1000 10th grade students participate each year. Our Locations: Services are provided statewide either in person or through virtual programming throughout the state of Arizona. If you are interested in seeing one of our programs at your location please contact us. Contact: Kelley Coronado 520.591.1490 Kelley@AZYP.org