Riverway Communities of Hope, a 501(c)(3) non-profit  group, was organized in Southwest Wisconsin to address the needs of area youth with substance abuse prevention education and prevention activities, as well as substance abuse and mental health treatment. 

 

As long as we have funds available, all services are at no cost to those who need assistance and are solely for the purpose of providing relief to the under-privileged and/or underserved, enhancing academic success, combating juvenile delinquency and promoting the overall health and stability of the community. 

 

The Early Release Program / After School Events of Riverway Communities of Hope provides supervised, wholesome and educational fun for all students who chose to participate.  The goal is to keep children safe while providing them with structured activities that are lead by role models and mentors who promote the value of a stable, drug-free life. 

 

RCoH's After School Events are important to our area youth. These events address the concern about the vulnerability of children who become “latchkey kids” during the hours between dismissal from school and the end of their parents' workday.  These supervised activities also provide opportunities for youth to learn new skills from local artists and artisans, receive homework help if needed, benefit from a nutritious snack, and be mentored by adults of the community.
 

FUNDING  

All funding for assessment or counseling appointments, for after school activities or for transportation is covered through donations or money raised through the efforts of Riverway Communities of Hope volunteers.  Special thanks for donations or grant funds from the Office of Justice Assistance, Alliant Energy, Clare Family Foundation, United Way, Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, WalMart, Golden Living Center-Riverdale, Council of Catholic Women, Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, Fresh Start and S.A.F.E. Grant County Coalition.