Community Outreach Goal: The primary goal and objectives of Project Briggs, Inc. will center its outreach program initiatives on efforts to reduce risks associated with the health and wellness of substance users in the DMV area. We will utilize our social media platforms, email distribution list, partnerships with collaborating organizations, and communication strategies to promote the prevention of opioid overdoses, as well as to provide educational resources on sexual health and HIV/AIDS, thereby improving access to healthcare services.

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Food, Friends and Harm Reduction 

An Evening of Conversation and Delicious Jamaican Cuisine

Facilitated by Kenya Hutton 

March 8, 2025

 

IIn collaboration with The Butler's Kitchen, Project Briggs, Inc. hosted the event "Food, Friends and Harm Reduction - An Evening of Conversation and Delicious Jamaican Cuisine" to conduct Naloxone Training and distribute more than 24 Naloxone Nasal Spray kits. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Kenya Hutton, President-CEO of the Center for Black Equity, for her assistance in facilitating the Naloxone Training, and to Andrew Harris for providing his home as the venue.

 

Our organization is dedicated to serving the community by preventing opioid overdoses, offering access to prevention and treatment, and ensuring safety in the DMV area. The outreach event was centered on harm reduction, focusing on educating the public about opioid overdoses, the importance of education, outreach, and how to obtain Naloxone.

 

Our harm reduction efforts were specifically aimed at LGBTQIA+ Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen Xers. We have successfully registered and trained over 24 individuals through our outreach email Listserve and social media platforms, while distributing 24 Naloxone Kits as part of our collaboration with D.C. Engage through the D.C. Department of Behavioral Health.

 

Recipe for Harm Reduction Brunch

Hosted by Lutfy and The Butlers

April 19, 2025

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​Project Briggs, Inc., in partnership with The Butler's Kitchen, utilized the "A Recipe for Harm Reduction - Hosted by Lutfy and The Butlers" Naloxone Training to distribute more than 21 Naloxone Nasal Spray kits. We extend our gratitude to Lutfy, the Host for the Brunch, for facilitating the Naloxone training provided by Project Briggs, Inc. and to the Butlers for offering their home as the venue.

 

Our organization takes pride in serving the community by preventing opioid overdoses, providing access to prevention, treatment, and ensuring safety in the DMV area. The outreach event focused on harm reduction, aiming to educate the public about opioid overdoses, outreach strategies, and how to obtain Naloxone (Narcan). Our Harm Reduction efforts specifically target LGBTQIA+ Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen Xers.

 

We have successfully registered, trained, and distributed Naloxone to over 21 individuals, utilizing our outreach email Listserv and social media platforms, while distributing 21 Naloxone Kits as part of our collaboration with D.C. Engage through the D.C. Department of Behavioral Health.

 

Food, Friends & Mpox Awareness 

An Evening of Conversation and Delicious Jamaican Cuisine

May 10, 2025

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Project Briggs, Inc., in partnership with The Butler's Kitchen, utilized "Food, Friends and Mpox Awareness" to educate and distribute Mpox Awareness flyers and information to 28 individuals. We extend our gratitude to Mr. Andrew Harris for offering his home as the venue. Our organization takes pride in serving the community by raising awareness about Mpox and the new national mpox awareness initiative from the National Coalition for LGBTQ Health.

 

Our Mpox Awareness campaign specifically targets LGBTQIA+ Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen Xers. We have successfully registered, trained, and disseminated Mpox Awareness information to more than 28 individuals, leveraging our outreach email Listserve and social media platforms to inform the public while distributing Mpox awareness materials as part of our collaboration with D.C. Engage through the D.C. Department of Behavioral Health.

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Day of Harm Reduction Day Party

Hosted By Sincerely

June 1, 2025

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Project Briggs, Inc., in collaboration with SAG Entertainment, hosted "A Day of Risk Reduction Day Party - led by Lutfy Mandhiry," where over 30 Naloxone Nasal Spray kits were distributed. We appreciate everyone who joined us at the Baltimore Eagle to celebrate, support, and promote awareness.

 

The energy was extraordinary — from the impactful performances to the dynamic hosting by social media influencer Lutfy Mandhiry, and the incredible atmosphere created by our DJs who kept the crowd energized all day! We also wish to acknowledge SAG’s talented drag queens for their outstanding performances that brightened the event!

 

A big thank you to our partners: Baltimore Pride, HealthHIV, DC Engage, Us Helping Us - People Into Living, The Butler's Kitchen, and Rhonda Mohammed, Assistant Director for the Baltimore Department of Health, for your unwavering dedication to harm reduction and community care that made this event possible. It’s essential to have fun and relax — but always remember to stay safe, remain aware, and look out for each other. That is the core principle of harm reduction. We are building something remarkable together — and we are just getting started.

 

A Harm Reduction Summer Day Party 

and Red, White & Blue Harm Reduction & You Barbecue

July 4, 2025 and July 27, 2025 

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Project Briggs, Inc., in conjunction with Kraig X Craig and The Butler's Kitchen, has effectively conducted two impactful harm reduction community outreach activities: "Red, White & Blue Harm Reduction & You Barbecue," hosted by Board Member Kraig Williams, and "A Harm Reduction Summer Day Party," hosted by Board Member Jhahbriel C. Moore-Butler, PhD. These events led to the distribution of over 72 Naloxone Nasal Spray kits.

 

We appreciate everyone who joined us to celebrate, support, and promote awareness.

 

As opioid-related deaths continue to surge across the nation, the DMV and Greater Baltimore area have also faced a significant rise in fatal opioid overdoses. National trends show that new opioid users are mainly White (non-Hispanic) younger adults who often begin their addiction by trying prescription drugs, which can escalate to heroin use.

 

From 2016 to 2019, the DMV had the highest incidence of opioid-related fatal overdoses. In 2020, 94% of fatal opioid overdoses involved fentanyl or a fentanyl analog, a stark increase from 22% in the first quarter of 2015.

 

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to our partners: HealthHIV, DC Engage, Project Briggs, Inc., The Butler's Kitchen, and Kraig X Craig for their commitment to Risk Reduction and community care, which made this event a success.

 

While it is important to have fun and relax, we must also remember to prioritize safety, remain aware, and support one another. This is the foundation of harm reduction. Together, we are creating something beautiful — and we are just beginning. Stay tuned for more events that will bring joy, connection, and purpose to our community.

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Project Briggs, Inc. Hosts 

Harm Reduction Outreach Activities for the Month of August

Sip & Paint Harm Reduction Networking Pride Event and Kickin' It Ole' School

August 1, 2025 and August 23, 2025

 

Oroject Briggs, Inc., in collaboration with SAG Events and in partnership with HealthHIV, DC Engage, Eagle of Baltimore, and Blaq Equity, effectively executed two significant harm reduction community outreach activities during August: the "Sip & Paint Harm Reduction Networking Pride Event," hosted by Board Member Derrick "Strawberry" Cox, and "Kickin' It Ole School," organized by Board Members Shane A. Greer and Derrick "Strawberry" Cox, which collectively distributed over 66 Naloxone Nasal Spray kits.

 

We extend our gratitude to all who participated in celebrating, supporting, and raising awareness.

 

As opioid-related fatalities continue to escalate nationwide, the DMV and Greater Baltimore area have also witnessed a concerning rise in fatal opioid overdoses. National patterns predominantly indicate that new opioid users are typically White (non-Hispanic) younger adults who initiate their addiction through the experimentation of prescription medications, potentially leading to heroin use.

 

Nevertheless, from 2016 to 2019, the DMV experienced the highest rates of opioid-related fatal overdoses. In 2020, 94% of fatal opioid overdoses involved fentanyl or a fentanyl analog, a significant increase compared to 22% of cases in the first quarter of 2015.

 

We express our heartfelt appreciation to our partners: HealthHIV, DC Engage, Blaq Equity of Baltimore, and SAG Events for their unwavering commitment to harm reduction, which enhances our community outreach and enables the success of these events.

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"Sittin' Up In My Room" 90's Throwback Party Hosted by Lutfy

Music by DJ Mike Craig

 Powered by: Thurst Lounge, HealthHIV, DC Engage, Project Briggs, Inc. and Sincerely Productions

September 30, 2025

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Project Briggs, Inc., in partnership with Sincerely Productions and in collaboration with HealthHIV, DC Engage, and Thurst Lounge, successfully implemented a meaningful harm reduction community outreach event to wrap up the year for Harm Reduction and Sexual Health in September. The event, "Sittin' Up In My Room 90's Throwback Party," hosted by Lutfy of Sincerely Lutfy Productions, provided over 48 Naloxone Nasal Spray kits to those in attendance.

 

This occasion was more than just a celebration — it was a homage to music and culture, emphasizing mutual support. Whether you were a fan of 90s music or simply enjoyed the atmosphere, this event had everyone singing, dancing vigorously, and feeling nostalgic.

 

We thank everyone who participated in celebrating the 90's, supporting the cause, and raising Opioid awareness!

 

As the number of opioid-related deaths continues to rise across the country, the DMV and Greater Baltimore area have also seen a troubling increase in fatal opioid overdoses. National trends indicate that new opioid users are predominantly White (non-Hispanic) younger adults who often start their addiction by trying prescription drugs, which can lead to heroin use.

 

Between 2016 and 2019, the DMV reported the highest rates of opioid-related fatal overdoses. In 2020, 94% of fatal opioid overdoses involved fentanyl or a fentanyl analog, a stark increase from 22% of cases in the first quarter of 2015.

 

We extend our immense gratitude to our partners: HealthHIV, DC Engage, Sincerely Productions, DJ Mike, and Thurst Lounge for their dedication to harm reduction, which fortifies our community outreach and makes these events feasible.

 

It is always enjoyable to have fun and relax — but please remember to stay safe, remain aware, and look forward to our next community outreach activities under the theme - Community is Our Superpower!

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 Project Briggs, Inc., in collaboration

with Sincerely Lutfy Productions and SAG Events Presents

​​Cans & Cocktails - An Evening of Giving

Hosted by Lutfy 

November 13, 2025 and November 16, 2025

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Cans & Cocktails - An Evening of Giving Organized by: Sincerely Productions, The Baltimore Eagle, Thurst Lounge, Project Briggs, Inc. and SAG Events

 

Project Briggs, Inc., in collaboration with Sincerely Productions and SAG Events, united to facilitate impactful community outreach activities that concluded the month of November with Cans & Cocktails, aimed at providing support to Federal Employees during their critical time of need amidst the Federal Government shutdown.

 

OUR PURPOSE

 

As we transitioned into the holiday season, a time for gratitude, joy, and family connections, it was vital to recognize that many in our community were facing challenges, particularly during this time. While were relieved that the Government Shutdown ended, we encouraged donations to help replenish local food banks for future or potential food insecurities.

 

No one should navigated the holidays with fear, hunger, or the sensation of being abandoned or forgotten. Our Board of Directors and the wider community rose to the occasion with compassion, uplifting one another, and ensured  their neighbors know they were not alone.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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