Engaging and Inspiring Healthy Communities
At West River Valley Thrives We:
Thrives brings together community members of all ages, organizations, schools, municipalities, and businesses to collectively create a healthy environment for young people to grow and succeed.
Thrives works to prevent young people from using alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs by providing information, training leaders, organizing activities, and addressing community norms, design, and policies.
Thrives welcomes volunteers and interns year-round for various programs and projects. Leland & Gray students looking to fulfill community service hours may also reach out to us.
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