Prevention Impact Scholarship

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The Power of Prevention

At Rx Destroyer we believe in the power of young people. The Prevention Impact Scholarship was created to honor students who have taken on the challenge to actively lead efforts in overdose and opioid misuse.

Scholarship Overview

Award: Scholarship of $2,500 + 100 Rx Destroyer pouches to support the recipient’s prevention initiative.

Eligibility: U.S. high school seniors pursuing post-secondary education or training, actively involved in opioid misuse prevention.

Application Deadline: April 1st

Winner Announced: During National Prevention Week (May 11th-17th)

“I’ve been inspired by the young people pouring their hearts into leading change during a time of crisis. Not only are they’re learning calculus, they’re creating awareness campaign on the dangers or counterfeit pills, advocating for resources for their communities, organizing drug take back events and speaking to legislators. This scholarship is our way of standing behind them. Their voices, their work and their futures matter.”

Myranda Eckert
Director of Marketing

How to Apply

Download Application Packet

  1. Checklist

    Download and complete the application checklist

  2. Essay

    Write a short essay chosen from one of our 3 essay prompts

  3. Media

    Profile photo and photo(s) of applicant participating in prevention work and video introduction or blog series (optional but recommended)

  4. Letters

    Two nominations letters using the official nomination form

  5. Media Release

    Signed media release form

Meet the Prevention Impact Scholarship Recipients

2025

Savanna Kawleski

Meet our inaugural winner! Savanna is an inspiring young leader who’s passion for advocacy is making a major impact. As HOSA president, she championed the launch of an Overdose Aid Kit (O.A.K.) at her high school and partners with organizations like Start Healing Now and the national organization, SAFE Project, to raise awareness about the opioid crisis. With her passion for helping others, she’s become a powerful voice for teens impacted by addiction and is pursuing a future in social work.

Savanna’s Story

2026

Shellby Troy

Shellby is a dedicated young leader whose prevention work is helping connect her Newaygo County community, to safe medication disposal, Narcan access, and local recovery resources. Through educational materials and resources she is helping residents better understand where to safely dispose of unused medications and find support when needed. Shellby plans to attend Montcalm Community College, before transferring to a university, carrying forward her commitment to prevention, education and community service.

Shellby’s Story
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