The Problem:

Addiction destroys lives, families, and communities — but our current recovery system leaves too many people set up for failure. Most programs offer treatment but not the financial stability or real-life skills people need to stay clean. Without income, housing, or purpose, relapse rates remain tragically high.

 

The Solution – Recovery Scholars Program:

We propose a new model that treats recovery like higher education:

 

Learn: Participants take courses on addiction science, relapse prevention, mental health, and life skills.
Earn: Participants receive a living grant or stipend (similar to a Pell Grant) for staying clean, attending classes, and meeting program milestones.
Build: Graduates can transition into jobs, trades, or college, and some will train as peer mentors to help others.

 

 

This isn’t just rehab—it’s education, income, and a fresh start.

 

Why It Works:

✅ Removes the financial stress that drives relapse

✅ Gives participants knowledge and tools for lifelong recovery

✅ Creates a positive cycle where recovered individuals become leaders

✅ Reduces crime, homelessness, and healthcare costs for communities

 

Our Demand:

We call on local, state, and federal leaders to fund and pilot the Recovery Scholars Program to give people the resources they need to stay clean and rebuild their lives.

 

📢 Sign this petition if you believe recovery should mean opportunity, not punishment.

Together, we can turn recovery into empowerment.