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Rooted in Community,
Driven by Youth Potential
Aurora Partners for Thriving Youth is a coalition of passionate people working together to help young people grow, lead, and thrive. From families and schools to local businesses and public agencies, we’re united by one goal: a healthier, more connected future for Aurora’s youth.
Our Mission
Empowering Youth, Together
Our mission is to partner with young people and the Aurora community to create meaningful opportunities that support youth in reaching their full potential. We focus on nurturing social, emotional, and physical wellness—and on building the protective factors that keep young people safe, supported, and inspired.
Through collaboration with youth-serving organizations, local businesses, government agencies, and community members, we aim to reduce risk factors and promote healthy choices at every level of a young person’s life.
What began in 2015 as the Aurora Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP) coalition has grown into a powerful movement for youth wellness and resilience. In 2019, we transitioned to a new chapter under the Tri-County Health Department, and in 2021, secured a 5-year Drug-Free Communities grant to deepen our impact.
That same year, we launched the Strategic Prevention Framework, starting with a community needs assessment to better understand where and how to help. Now, under the leadership of Aurora Public Schools, we continue building capacity, creating partnerships, and developing a long-term prevention plan shaped by Aurora’s unique needs.
We meet monthly to analyze data, discuss emerging challenges, and work hand-in-hand with community partners to shape a safer, stronger future for our youth.
Our Journey
How We Got Here
“When we invest in the whole child—socially, emotionally, and physically—we're not just supporting individual students, we're strengthening the entire Aurora community. Our partnership with Aurora Partners for Thriving Youth reflects our shared belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to grow, lead, and thrive.”
— Aurora Public Schools Representative