Through our discreet and accessible mail-order system, individuals, families, and businesses across the United States can request naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and other essential supplies at no cost. This program removes common barriers such as transportation, stigma, or lack of nearby resources, allowing people to access critical tools directly from the safety and privacy of their homes.

Our system is designed to be simple and user-friendly: a short online request form leads to direct-to-consumer shipments that arrive quickly and without judgment. Whether someone is preparing to protect a loved one, a business is stocking naloxone for staff, or a service provider is equipping their community, our mail-order program ensures that overdose prevention is never dependent on geography.

What is the NarKandi Exchange Program?
NarKandi blends two ideas: Narcan® (naloxone) nasal spray, which can reverse an opioid overdose in 2–3 minutes, and kandi, the colorful bead bracelets traded at raves and concerts. By attaching one dose of Narcan to one piece of kandi, we make overdose prevention visible, portable, and stigma-free—encouraging more people to carry naloxone and feel prepared to use it.

In 2021, the CDC reported fentanyl as the top cause of death for Americans 18–45. Too many people still don’t know about naloxone—or can’t get it. The NarKandi Exchange Program was created to change that. At events, a box of Narcan often gets ignored, but a table filled with NarKandi grabs attention, sparks curiosity, and starts conversations—turning awareness into action for those who might not otherwise engage.

Education is at the core of sustainable harm reduction. Our training sessions—offered both online and in person—are carefully designed to meet the unique needs of diverse audiences, from community members and service providers to businesses and healthcare professionals. Each workshop is interactive, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-world practice, ensuring that participants leave with knowledge they can apply immediately.

We cover a wide range of topics, including overdose recognition and response, naloxone administration, harm reduction integration into organizational policies, and strategies for creating safer environments. Because every community and organization has its own challenges, we build sessions collaboratively with our partners, adapting content to reflect emerging drug trends, local realities, and cultural context. The result is a training experience that builds both confidence and capacity to save lives.

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At Harm Reduction Circle, we believe that innovation must be driven by evidence and lived experience. Our research initiatives combine community-based data collection with academic partnerships to evaluate the effectiveness of harm reduction strategies, identify emerging needs, and refine best practices. By investing in ongoing research, we ensure our programs remain both relevant and impactful.

From pilot programs in nightlife settings to large-scale mail-order distribution studies, we prioritize projects that directly improve the health and safety of people who use drugs, people experiencing housing instability, and the communities around them. Our research is not only about publishing findings—it is about building practical tools that other organizations can replicate, and contributing to a growing body of knowledge that makes harm reduction stronger nationwide.

No single organization can address the overdose crisis alone. Harm Reduction Circle works across sectors to build innovative partnerships that expand access, amplify impact, and strengthen the social safety net. We collaborate with healthcare agencies, social service providers, local nonprofits, businesses, and community leaders to ensure that harm reduction is integrated into every level of response.

These partnerships are more than transactional—they are rooted in trust, shared goals, and a commitment to sustainability. By pooling expertise and resources, we create programs that not only respond to urgent needs but also build long-term resilience. Whether co-hosting outreach events, training staff at local businesses, or piloting innovative service models with city agencies, we view collaboration as the foundation for systemic change.

Harm Reduction Circle is committed to strengthening the entire harm reduction movement, not just our own programs. We freely share templates, brochures, flyers, and other educational materials that can be adapted by partner organizations. By removing our branding and offering these resources as open tools, we help smaller or established programs build their capacity without duplicating efforts or incurring additional costs.

Beyond printed materials, we also provide guidance on accessing free or low-cost supplies through federal, state, and local programs whenever we have the knowledge and ability to do so. This ensures that organizations are not limited by lack of information or connections. In this way, our role extends beyond service delivery—we act as a connector, supporting the growth of those working to save lives.