What we offer:

We believe that shame, stigma, failed drug policies, and disconnection are major drivers of the overdose crisis. This is why our team and everyone we train are equipped to meet people where they are at to offer judgement free connection to support and resources. This is what we are doing to address this crisis and save lives in Ohio:

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Drug overdoses are now the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 50. We are determined to change this starting in Ohio.

Our Impact

10,000+

Individuals Naloxone Trained

60,000

Naloxone Kits Distributed

500+

Overdose Fatalities Prevented*

*Overdose reversal numbers are based on overdose reversal reports we receive and statistical estimations. Not all overdoses are potentially fatal and not all overdose reversals are reported.

Impact Stories

"A 21 year old boy overdosed last night. His father had 6 boxes of Narcan that I gave him that came from you. He was able to rush over and save him. I can definitely tell you that he would say thank you from the bottom of his heart."
Lay-Distributor Program Participant
“I actually saved a guy's life the other night with the Narcan you provided me with. Thank you so much.”
mail-Order Program Participant
“The training you and your team provided was absolutely amazing and so informative. You and your team radiated such beautiful energy and compassion and love for all suffering with addiction- exactly what this field needs more of and what I'm vowing to do as well. I'm 6 years sober.”
Training Participant

Upcoming Events

Check out our upcoming outreach, education, and volunteer events! If you’d like to get involved, you can reach out to Elisha Starkey at [email protected].

About Us

With a history rooted in lived experience, Thrive for Change was started through a collective desire to make a difference, fill service gaps, and save lives.

11002 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 216-598-5647