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Nominate "People Who Make a Difference" Combating Alcohol and Other Drugs

For Release: March 4, 2010
Contact: Fatima Matal Sol, 925-313-6311

What:

The Alcohol and Other Drugs Advisory Board of Contra Costa County is seeking nominations for the 2010 "People Who Make a Difference" Awards, which recognize individuals and groups who have contributed significantly towards combating alcohol and other drugs abuse in Contra Costa communities. Nominations are due April 2.

Who:

Nominees must meet one or more of the following criteria:

Identified an alcohol and other drug problem and initiated effective change
Contributed to reducing the impact of alcohol and other drugs in Contra Costa communities
Produced a significant shift in community alcohol and other drugs awareness

There are six award categories for 2010: Volunteer Individual, Volunteer Group, Non-Volunteer Individual, Non-Volunteer Group, Youth Leadership Individual and Youth Leadership Group.

The Board of Supervisors will acknowledge winners at 9:30 a.m. May 18 during its regular meeting at 651 Pine Street in Martinez. A reception will follow.

How:

Nomination forms must be received by April 2. Forms are available online at www.cchealth.org or by calling 925-313-6311. Mail completed forms to Fatima Matal Sol, 597 Center Avenue Suite 320, Martinez, CA 94553 or fax to 925-313-6390 or email fatima.matalsol@hsd.cccounty.us