Student-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit · Miami, FL
Building Our Lives Drug-Free.
B.O.L.D. was created in honor of Michael Colucci's father, Mike, who passed away due to drug and alcohol abuse. We are committed to advocating against substance abuse while providing financial and emotional support to anyone suffering from addiction.
Our impact so far
1,000+ Students Reached
B.O.L.D. is still early in its growth, but this is where our work starts.
1,000+
Students Reached
And counting, one school at a time.
Why prevention
Prevention Starts Before Addiction
Many teens underestimate how quickly experimenting with vaping, alcohol, and other substances can turn into dependency. What begins as curiosity or social pressure can become a habit long before anyone realizes.
B.O.L.D. focuses on prevention. We work directly with our students before addictive behaviors become established.
Our model
Students Speaking to Students
Our presentations are delivered by students who understand the pressures that drugs and alcohol create. Hearing from a peer creates a much bigger impact than hearing from an adult.
Personal Stories
We share stories of substance abuse and loss, including Michael’s, to help spare other families that heartbreak.
Addiction Education
We talk openly about how drugs and alcohol can destroy a life.
Statistics and Research
We make the facts easy to understand so students see what’s at stake.
Open Conversations
We give students room to ask hard questions without feeling judged.
Peer-to-peer Communication
We’re high schoolers talking with middle schoolers. Students looking out for each other.
Finding Support
We help students find someone to turn to when they or someone they love needs help.
Credibility
Officially Recognized. Built for Impact.
B.O.L.D. is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to youth drug prevention, education, and supporting addiction recovery efforts.
Donations to B.O.L.D. are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
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Help Us Reach the Next Student
Your support helps B.O.L.D. bring prevention programs to more schools and back organizations helping individuals recover from addiction.