Breaking the stigma — Education, Awareness, & Policy Change

Empowering Youth to Live Substance-free

Our Mission

We envision a healthy Easton where healthy choices are recognized, valued, and accessible to all. Our mission is to prevent youth substance use through education, awareness, and policy change.

Our Story

In January of 2015, Kristin Harrison- an Easton parent – lost her young niece to a heroin overdose. Like many of her peers, the path to heroin started with the early use of alcohol and marijuana. The family struggled without local resources and feared judgment within the town. Simultaneously, Easton residents were using Facebook to discuss the issue. Many public commenters were misinformed about the realities of youth substance use. Kristin began a mission to educate others, initially through a Facebook page.

Over 7 years later, Easton Wings of Hope is recognized as the official  youth substance use prevention coalition in Easton. Learn how you can get involved starting today. 

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Student Coalition

The Easton Wings of Hope Student Coalition empowers students in grades 6–12 to come together, support one another, and create positive change in their schools and community. Focused on youth leadership, prevention, and peer connection, the coalition gives students a voice through community projects, awareness campaigns, social media outreach, and opportunities to make a real impact.

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Coalition Projects

Meeting Schedule

How It Works

News & Events

Stay connected with EASTON WINGS OF HOPE helping to prevent youth substance use in Easton, Massachusetts.

Movie Nights in the Park 2025

Movie Nights in the Park 2025

We are so excited to be hosting Movie Nights in the Park for it's 4th year! WHERE? Basketball Court in Frothingham Park, located at 15 Park Street, North Easton, MA 02356 / Free street parking available. WHEN? Opening night on Saturday, July 12, and then every...

Drug Take Back Day – April 26, 2025

Drug Take Back Day – April 26, 2025

This Saturday on April 26, 2025, the Easton Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous, expired, unused and unwanted prescription...

Youth Focus Groups 2025

Youth Focus Groups 2025

Wings of Hope will be conducting Youth Focus Groups on Tuesday, April 29th & Thursday, May 1st between 5PM to 6PM at the Easton YMCA. Participants will earn a $20 Target gift card for sharing their perceptions. If you're interested in participating, please...

You Are Not Alone

Helpful hotlines and support resources — here whenever you need them

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-8255

National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-7233

Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline

1-800-327-5050

Parent Stress Line

1-800-632-8188

Crisis Text Line

741741

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