Prevention-Focused Toolkits and Resources

As part of the Improving Tomorrow: Prevention Focused Mentoring Grant, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa provides monthly prevention-focused toolkits to mentors and parents/guardians. These toolkits include helpful resources, conversation guides, and information related to substance use prevention, problem gambling prevention, suicide prevention, and mental health promotion. The toolkits are designed for matches enrolled in the Prevention-Focused program, they are available to everyone below. If you have any questions, or would like to learn more, please contact Tim Wicker, twicker@bbbsia.org

July 2025 - June 2026 Prevention Toolkits

July 2025 Summer and Substance-Free Fun.pdf

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August 2025 Back-to-School Transitions & Goal Setting.pdf

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September 2025 Vape-Free is the Way to Be.pdf

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October 2025 Red Ribbon Week.pdf

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November 2025 Gratitude & Protective Factors .pdf

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December 2025 Managing Stress.pdf

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January 2026 Fresh Starts.pdf

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February 2026 Healthy Relationships, Communication Skills, and Boundary Setting.pdf

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March 2026 Screen Time, Social Media, and Digital Wellness .pdf

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April 2026 Alcohol Awareness Month .pdf

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May 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month.pdf

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June 2026 National Safety Month.pdf

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July 2026 - June 2027 Prevention Toolkits

July 2026 Summer & Positive Choices.pdf

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