Partners in Prevention

Every day, the team at Partners in Prevention works to improve wellness, helps prevent substance abuse and addresses a range of health concerns throughout Hudson County and the State. Together, the organization’s integrated approach focuses on education, coalition-building, and youth engagement to build stronger communities.

Partners in Prevention’s focus on public health and the continuity of services it provides were vital to the community, yet challenging to deliver through the COVID-19 pandemic. The HCEDC in partnership with the NJCC Garden State Relief Fund helped the agency sustain operations by providing funding.

“The funding was critical to us as a non-profit by providing a bridge to federal PPP forgivable loans and stabilized federal, state, and county grants, as well as donor contributions. As a result, we were

able to keep our staff intact and continue providing prevention services to Hudson County residents during an incredibly challenging time.” shared Doug Bratton, Executive Director. The power of the partnership with HCEDC and NJCC continues to drive positive outcomes, improving the quality of life for all. “Try as we might, there are always challenges that arise to remind 3 OPENING DOORS FOR Partners in Prevention us we cannot do everything ourselves,” said Yaisa Coronado, Associate Executive Director. “We all need partnerships to support us through difficult times and cheer us on when things are going well. We can achieve so much more when we work together towards a common goal. Partnerships are central to our mission and the work we do - so much so that the root of the word is in our name!”

“The funding was critical to us as a non-profit by providing a bridge to federal PPP forgivable loans and stabilized grants. ”

—DOUG BRATTON, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR