The North Coastal Prevention Coalition (NCPC) was named "Coalition of the Year" for 2008 by Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) and its National Coalition Institute. The award was presented to NCPC President Aaron Byzak, along with Erica Leary, NCPC Program Manager, and John Byrom, NCPC Community Organizing Specialist, at CADCA's 19th Annual National Leadership Forum held in National Harbor, Maryland on February 12, 2009.

North Coastal Prevention Coalition members at monthly meeting with representative from Congressman Brian Bilbray presenting a resolution for “Coalition of the Year 2008” award.

CADCA Forum XIX

North Coastal Prevention Coalition Recognized Nationally