News & Press
Publications
Oct 19, 2026 - Colorado Today, a podcast of Colorado Public Radio
Oct 14, 2026 - The findings from the 2026 Rise Above Colorado Youth Survey
News Articles
Oct 23, 2026 - Anusha Roy from Denver7 interviews Kent to learn more about Rise Above Colorado Youth Survey
Oct 22, 2026 - EMPOWERING YOUTH TO MAKE HEALTHY CHANGE
Oct 20, 2026 - Denver7 - A new Rise Above Colorado survey of about 700 teens finds sharper awareness of fentanyl dangers, less permissive attitudes toward prescription misuse, and a stronger sense of belonging
Oct 16, 2026 - Colorado Public Radio - 2026 survey data release
Oct 16, 2026 - Colorado Public Radio - Colorado teens increasingly view pills and fentanyl as risky, but their perception of the risks of alcohol, marijuana and vaping is declining.
Press Releases
Oct 14, 2026 - A new statewide survey finds progress on prescription drug misuse and fentanyl awareness, while declining perceptions of risk around alcohol, marijuana and vaping raise concerns.
Mar 13, 2025 - Bear Valley International School has won a Denver Public Schools-wide mural competition sponsored by UnitedHealthcare
Oct 09, 2024 - While most Colorado youth are not using substances, the youngest adolescents are growing up faster and facing challenges earlier, according to a statewide survey of youth from the nonprofit Rise Above Colorado released today
Mar 07, 2023 - Educational ads will promote WhatIsOurPlan.org to share information with the community
Sep 14, 2022 - Most youth not using substances, but warning signs apparent, statewide survey results show
Latest Newsletters
Sep 03, 2026 - The 2026-27 Teen Action Council Kicks Off its Work with Weekend Retreat
Jul 09, 2026 - RAC Paints Its Most Ambitious Mural
Jun 16, 2026 - We're excited to present to you our 2025 Rise Above Colorado Annual Report.
Oct 20, 2025 - An exciting announcement!