Glenn Schwartz - Stronger Together

Stronger Together: How Collaboration Is Saving Lives

“The Alliance brings communities together because we are stronger together,” says Glen Schwartz, Board President of Words of Hope 4 Life, an innovative mental health nonprofit that transforms lives by weaving in mental wellness, prevention and harm reduction into communities. They joined The Alliance in 2023.

What drew them to The Alliance was its commitment to creating real, lasting impact through community-driven prevention, wellness, and recovery initiatives. Partnering with The Alliance and its 21 member coalitions has given Words of Hope 4 Life access to valuable resources, training, and advocacy opportunities allowing them to reach more people and amplify their message.

This network also strengthens each coalition member, empowering them to align with the shared mission of building healthier, substance-free communities while tailoring efforts to meet the unique needs of their own. “By working together, we can break the cycles of substance misuse, offer hope to those in recovery, and create pathways to wellness for future generations,” observed Glen.

This work is deeply personal for Glen. “I want my efforts to outlive my own involvement - creating systems and communities that continue to uplift and support individuals long after I’m gone,” Glen shared.

Words of Hope 4 Life proudly stands alongside The Alliance, demonstrating that collaboration doesn’t just contribute to the solution - it multiplies its impact. Glen explained, “True impact is not measured by a single act but by the ripples it creates - changing lives, strengthening communities, and building a foundation for a healthier future.”