Our Story
Founded in 2011 as a grassroots effort in Batesville, the Coalition for a Drug-Free Batesville began with community members coming together to respond to the opioid crisis.
Over time, it has grown into a trusted and steady presence in the community, focused on substance use prevention and strengthening protective factors for youth and families.
The coalition was previously supported through the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) program and is currently funded by Indiana’s DMHA Substance Use Prevention Grant.
Vision and Mission
Our Vision: All people who interact in the Batesville Community will experience a safe and healthy environment.
Our Mission: To promote and support all ages in the Batesville community in making healthy, responsible, and legal choices around substance use.
Coalition Meetings
The Coalition for a Drug-Free Batesville meets on the first Monday of each month at 11:00 AM in the Council Chambers on the second floor of the Memorial Building. The public is welcome to attend.
We use this time to discuss coalition updates, ongoing projects, share community resources, and explore ways the coalition can support the community and problem-solve to fulfill our mission.
Executive Committee
The Coalition is directed by a volunteer Executive Committee. The Executive Committee provides guidance and leadership to the Coordinator who oversees the work of the Coalition alongside the Coalition members.
Jodi Alexander
Dr. Katy Eastes
John Irrgang
Geralyn Litzinger
Michael Manus
Bridgitte Price
Director
Danielle Becker
Danielle Becker has been part of the Batesville community since 2018 and has been actively engaged in community-focused work supporting youth and families. She lives in the community with her husband and daughter, who attends Batesville Community School Corporation.
Danielle has served as Director of the Coalition for a Drug-Free Batesville since fall 2023. Her professional background includes work in intimate partner violence and sexual assault prevention, along with two years as a school counselor at St. Louis Catholic School.
She is passionate about prevention-focused, community-driven work that strengthens protective factors, reduces risk, and supports youth and families. This work is deeply personal to Danielle, as she believes strong, connected communities play a vital role in helping young people and families thrive.
School Liaison
Lisa Tuveson
Lisa Tuveson is a lifelong Batesville resident who has dedicated her career to supporting the wellbeing of students and families in the community.
She serves as the Wellness Coordinator for the Batesville Community School Corporation and, since April 2025, as the School Liaison for the Coalition for a Drug-Free Batesville. Her personal experiences with stress and anxiety led her to yoga and mindfulness meditation—practices she now shares with students and staff.
Lisa is passionate about helping young people feel seen, supported, and valued, and about connecting them with the tools and resources they need to grow, succeed, and thrive both in school and beyond.