Youth from throughout Yavapai County spoke out against underage drinking by entering the annual MATFORCE Pizza Box Topper Contest. The theme for the contest was ‘Drinking under the age of 21 is not okay.’ Winning artwork will be displayed on pizza box tops during the Super Bowl weekend (February 6th – February 7th). Participating pizza vendors, who will be displaying the artwork, are from Prescott, Prescott Valley, Cottonwood, Camp Verde and Sedona.

The contest winners are: Chesapeake Woods, grade 2, Basis in Prescott; Rumer Cox, grade 4, Big Park Community School in Sedona; Chelsea Chavira, grade 7, Glassford Hill Middle School in Prescott Valley; Georgia Whittaker, grade 10, North Point Expeditionary Learning Academy in Prescott.

View winning posters

In 2006, rampant methamphetamine abuse was devastating our communities in Yavapai County. Meth use created a major health and safety crisis, fueling increased crime, emergency room admissions and calls to Child Protective Services (CPS).

A small group of civic and community leaders, concerned citizens and law enforcement came together to find a solution. As a result, the methamphetamine advisory taskforce was formed and came to be known as MATFORCE.

Thank you volunteers, staff, and supporters of MATFORCE, past and present. Together, we are building healthier communities!

The National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors, Inc. (NASADAD) and the National Prevention Network (NPN) awarded MATFORCE their National Exemplary Award for Innovative Substance Abuse Prevention Programs, Practices, and Policies.

MATFORCE’s multi-faceted approach to reducing prescription drug abuse led to this honor and was one of only four programs to receive the award in the nation.

Many thanks to Dr. Cattolico (pictured at left) and all the volunteers who worked to help reduce prescription drug abuse in our county. Together we are building healthier communities.

MATFORCE would like to thank everyone who participated in the September 2015 Recovery Month celebrations throughout Yavapai County. The recovery community is an essential part in helping build healthier communities.

MATFORCE supports recovery!

MATFORCE is looking for Verde Valley youth interested in participating in anti-substance abuse campaigns, media commercials, community events, and making a positive impact in their schools and communities throughout the Verde Valley area.

The MATFORCE Youth Action Team has monthly activities and/or meetings that will take place throughout the Verde Valley area. Service hours and scholarship money can be earned depending on length of service. Let your voice be heard by participating in a youth group with a positive message!

To apply, please submit a completed application form and essay question by Wednesday, September 30th. Participants will be selected and notified by Friday, October 30th.

Application can be submitted online or mailed to:

MATFORCE
Attn: Lauren Young
8056 East Valley Road Suite B
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Questions? Contact Lauren Young at (928) 708-0100.

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