Collective Impact continues to work with Washington Drug and Alcohol Commission (WDAC) and Greene County Drug and Alcohol Program on their problem gambling initiatives. With the increased availability of legalized gambling in Pennsylvania comes increased concern regarding the individual and social costs of problem gambling. The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) is addressing this concern by increasing problem gambling prevention, education and outreach efforts throughout the state. Problem gambling prevention activities are intended to increase awareness of problem gambling within the general public; inform teachers, policy makers, and other professionals about the impact of problem gambling on the family unit, schools and communities; and educate at-risk populations such as college students, youth, and older adults about risk and protective factors in an effort to prevent problem gambling.

Telamon Corporation, West Virginia contracted with Collective Impact to facilitate the development of a strategic plan for the organization. The strategic plan built upon emerging opportunities identified throughout the strategic planning process. The process culminated with the development of a strategic plan that recapped the activities and results of the two-day planning retreat session and will serve to help guide the program’s future direction. Ultimately, it provided a “road map” or guide for the organization to intentionally move forward into the future. The mission of Telamon is to provide an array of education and support services that lead to better jobs, better lives and better communities. Telamon, West Virginia provides temporary housing, transitional housing, chronic housing for the homeless, information and referral – WV 211, regional resource connection and emergency food services.

"Without Bruce Decker and the Collective Impact team, Wayne County, WV would still be attempting to put together a countywide plan.  Bruce and his team were instrumental in the development of our "20/20 Vision Plan" and the implementation of many of our goals identified in the plan.  Thanks to Bruce and the Collective Impact Team, Wayne County can look forward to continued growth and development in many sectors across the county.  Thanks Bruce, you're the best!" ~ Brett Jones, Executive Director, Housing Authority of Wayne County, Wayne, WV