Metropolitan Drug Commission Programs at a glance

The Metropolitan Drug Commission is a non-profit organization established by a joint resolution of the City of Knoxville and Knox County to unite policy makers and leaders to address community substance abuse issues. As the official primary drug abuse prevention partnership since 1986, the Metropolitan Drug Commission serves the community by educating; advocating for treatment and prevention; and providing a forum in which members from all sectors of the community come together to address alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.

For over 20 years, the MDC has been our region’s substance abuse prevention agency, with programs and outcomes recognized as among the best in the nation. The MDC has made significant strides in moving East Tennessee forward in combating substance abuse. In order to continue these successful programs, we need your financial support.

The following are some of the programs provided by the Metropolitan Drug

Commission, thanks to local contributions:

Prevention Theatre – Annual drama benefiting over 8,000 middle school students

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Reach Out Now: Talk to a 5th Grader about Alcohol – Touches over 200 adolescents per year

Too Smart to Start – Sessions on underage drinking prevention impact over 1,000 students annually.

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Summer Camps – Reaches out to high risk youth to develop life skills and provide counseling

Outreach to Richard Yoakley Alternative School – Enhances reading skills and provides art therapy

PRIDE Team –High school groups promoting drug free lifestyles and community service

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Youth Action Council – High school students advocating for a teen voice in community issues

Referrals – Provides access to treatment for over 500 people annually

Drug Free Workplace Program – Provides supervisor/employee education and training