Communities That Care of Greater Downingtown has received a $5,000 community capacity building grant from CCRES to support capacity building with community prevention partners to promote mental health and prevent substance use. Funds will support and promote partnerships with public and private schools, community organizations, law enforcement entities, government bodies, groups that serve youths, and the faith-based community. CTC intends to use the funds to strengthen its prevention model by ensuring the delivery of programs, events, and resources for local parents, families, and youths.

The mission of CCRES is to ensure quality educational and human service programs for children, families, and schools. Through partnerships, CCRES provides educational and human services training and grant opportunities. To learn more about CCRES, visit http://www.ccres.org.

Communities That Care of Greater Downingtown is a coalition of organizations, businesses, schools, faith communities, law enforcement entities, and health care providers using evidence-based prevention programs and policies to foster positive mental health and youth development. Collectively, with families, schools, and the community, CTC seeks to empower youths by promoting mental health and preventing substance use. To learn more, visit http://www.dtownctc.org.