About Shatterproof

Who We Are

Shatterproof is a national nonprofit that believes no one should suffer or die from a substance use disorder - a preventable and treatable disease.

Shatterproof provides trusted guidance to communities, removes systemic and social barriers to recovery, and mobilizes the country to advocate for change and to end addiction stigma.

What We Do

We're working together to save lives through transforming addiction treatment, ending addiction stigma, educating and empowering communities, and making it happen through advocacy.

Shatterproof Volunteerism

We believe in the power of people to change the course of addiction in the US.  

Volunteerism at Shatterproof is more than service – it's a movement.  

It’s how we honor lived experiences, build connection, and inspire hope.  

We rally passionate people – those with lived expertise and those who care deeply – to drive change, end stigma, support recovery, and save lives.  

Volunteerism is the heartbeat of Shatterproof – loud, visible, and impossible to ignore.

Volunteer Ecosystem

We’re building a volunteer ecosystem that meets you where you are.​ ​

We’ve created three tiers of engagement - Mobilizers, Connectors, and Ambassadors - to reflect the different ways you can plug into Shatterproof’s mission.​ ​

Right now, we’re focusing on Tier 1: Mobilizers - quick, impactful actions that require no training (just a basic understanding of Shatterproof) and get you out there doing the work you’ve been waiting and wanting to do. Whether it’s building awareness, sharing resources, writing cards, or showing up at events, you can start making a difference today.​ ​

All tiers are interconnected, and as opportunities grow, you’ll have the chance to deepen your involvement. But for now, let’s mobilize. Let’s build awareness. Let’s get to work.

Tier 1 - Mobilizers
Quick, easy ways to take action
  • No training needed, just basic understanding of who Shatterproof is
  • One-time or ongoing opportunities
  • Examples: awareness building, writing cards, tabling, sharing resources, walks
  • Goal: Spread awareness and build community power
Tier 2 - Connectors
More intentional engagement
  • Some training and deeper understanding of Shatterproof's work
  • One-on-one conversations, targeted outreach support
  • Goal: Take meaningful action and connect others to the mission
Tier 3 - Ambassadors
Deeply engaged, trained leaders
  • Represent Shatterproof in your community
  • Ongoing commitment, full training, strategic involvement
  • Goal: Be a true extension of the Shatterproof team