Helping Alano Club of Lahaina
The Alano Club of Lahaina was established in 1989. The Alano club focuses on providing a safe, clean and sober environment for people suffering with substance abuse problems. The Alano Club of Lahaina welcomes all vistors in need of help.
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration 21.7 Million individuals, aged 12 or older needed a substance abuse treatment in 2015. Alcohol use affects 138.3 million individuals, with more than 17.3 Million individuals being heave alcohol users. Of the 17.3, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health reported 1 out of every 100 people between the ages 12 & 17 were "Heavy Alcohol Users". Figures like these make organizations, like the Alano Club of Lahaina, important in helping individuals suffering from substance abuse
The Alano Club of Lahaina was challenged by Holly Geraci on November 15, 2016. The challenge extended until December 31, 2016. After the Alano Club of Lahaian successfully passed $10,000 in early December, Mr. and Mrs. Geraci increased the grant challenge amount to $15,000. The public donated $20,115. With Holly Geraci and Peter Francis Geraci's matching donation, the total amount donated to the Alano Club of Lahaina is $35,115.
Holly B. Geraci and Peter Francis Geraci support The Alano Club of Lahaina. Substance abuse is a serious problem affecting millions of people. Enviroments, like the Alano Club, provide individuals with the support they need to recover.