Our Mission
Elizabethtown Area Communities That Care is a community-based, private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth and families in the Elizabethtown Pennsylvania area.
Our research-based programs and services are designed to nurture the physical and emotional well-being of youth and families and promote the prevention of drug, alcohol and substance abuse, bullying, truancy, school drop-out, violence, teen pregnancy and other at-risk behaviors in a manner that is collaborative, evidence-based, ethical, innovative and tailored to meet the community’s needs.
Our Goals
EACTC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization devoted to providing positive opportunities for children and teens in the Elizabethtown area.
Our goals are to reduce:
- adolescent behavioral problems
- drug and alcohol use among youth
- delinquency
- teen pregnancy
- school dropouts
We provide this by providing positive experiences and programs designed to help youth develop their highest potential and become responsible citizens.
Our Vision
Elizabethtown Area Communities That Care will foster collaborative community-wide initiatives involving schools, parents, neighborhoods, businesses and others that encourage and enable the youth of our community to become productive and valued citizens.