Brothers Against Drug Deaths
Our mission is to advocate for those battling addiction and mental illness, particularly within Black and underserved communities.
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BADD stands for Brothers Against Drug Deaths
“BADD is a ministry born out of the pain of losing my son, TC, to addiction while he was in custody. We believe God can turn grief into purpose, so we’re standing in the gap for families battling addiction, mental illness, and injustice—especially in our Black and underserved communities.
We advocate for healing over punishment, support families in crisis, and help people coming out of incarceration find a path to restoration.
We lean on Proverbs 16:3: ‘Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.’
BADD is our commitment—and we’re trusting God to use it for change.”
Theris L. Coats, Sr.
CEO of BADD
The Crisis
Our Young People Are Dying — And We’re Not Paying Attention
There is a crisis hiding in plain sight. Mental illness and drug addiction are not just personal struggles—they are public health emergencies that are claiming the lives of our young people at alarming and disproportionate rates, especially in underrepresented communities.
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The Facts of This Crisis
Over 200% increase
in drug overdose deaths among people aged 15–24 in the past decade.
Black American overdoses up more than 44%
The highest increase in overdose death rates between 2019 and 2020, yet they are often the least likely to receive treatment.
1 in 5 youth live with a mental health condition
But more than half go without any care. Many are misdiagnosed or ignored until it’s too late.
Suicide
is now the second leading cause of death for those aged 10–34.
This isn’t just a health issue.
It’s a justice issue.
It’s time to shift the conversation from punishment to treatment, advocacy, and prevention. We must invest in resources, provide trauma-informed care, and challenge the stigma that keeps too many suffering in silence.
BADD – Brothers Against Drug Deaths is here to speak up, stand up, and save lives.
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