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NDASA Foundation
501 (c)3 Non-Profit Organization
Empowering drug free communities
through education, advocacy & action
Explore Our Mission
Scholarship Application

Students pursuing careers related to drug and alcohol testing, public safety, or community health are invited to apply for academic scholarships. Please complete the application and submit all supporting materials. Award amounts vary based on need and eligibility.

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Application Deadline March 1, 2026, 2026

Community Grant Application

We welcome applications from nonprofit organizations, first responder agencies, and substance abuse prevention programs. Funding supports initiatives aligned with our mission to advance education, awareness, and drug-free communities.

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Application Deadline March 1, 2026, 2026

NDASA Science/Research Grant

This grant supports students and professionals chosen to present posters or talks at the NDASA Annual Conference. Helping to offset travel and lodging costs, the award enables recipients to showcase their research, engage with industry leaders.

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Application Deadline February 10, 2026

Donate To Support Our Mission

Your tax-deductible donation to the NDASA Foundation helps fund scholarships, grants, and community initiatives that promote drug-free workplaces and public safety. Donors will be recognized on our Donor Wall as a Supporter, Advocate, or Champion.

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"NDASA Foundation supports first responders, students, and prevention programs nationwide."

Our Journey and Milestones
See how the NDASA Foundation is growing our mission, step by step.
Fundraising Tracker
Reached: $17,000
Goal: $25000
  • February 2025 - The Foundation establishes an annual fundraising goal of $25,000, to be distributed through academic and industry scholarships, along with community organization grants.
  • February 2025 - The Foundation receives an annual, reoccurring, academic sponsorship contribution to support "The Austin Academic Scholarship Award."
  • February 2025 - The Foundation receives its first donation from the Wienhoff Foundation to support industry scholarships
  • February 2025 - The NDASA Foundation officially is launched.
  • January 2025 - James A. Greer, former NDASA Chairman, elected Chairman of the Foundation's Board of Trustees.
  • January 2025 - Organizational Board of Trustees are elected, including Colleen Wienhoff, Scott Taillie, Bill Current, Melissa Sabus and James A. Greer. Jo McGuire, is appointed Foundation Executive Director
  • January 2025- Articles of Incorporation, non profit filings and other required designations are submitted and issued.
  • December 2024 - NDASA Executive Committee approves Foundation Governance structure
  • October 2024- NDASA Board of Directors approves creation of the NDASA Foundation.
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first responder grants

The NDASA Foundation supports first responder agencies and communities disproportionately affected by drug misuse and overdose. Grant funding prioritizes under-resourced areas and high- risk regions to help advance public safety and emergency response capacity.

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substance abuse prevention

We provide grants to nonprofit organizations focused on drug prevention, recovery support, and public education. Our goal is to fund community-based programs that promote awareness, reduce harm, and build long-term resilience against substance misuse.

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academic scholarships

The NDASA Foundation awards scholarships to students and professionals pursuing degrees or certifications in fields related to drug and alcohol testing, public health, and community safety. These scholarships help build the next generation of prevention and safety leaders.

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