End Overdose is made possible by hundreds of volunteers working tirelessly across the country. Some of them are training attendees at national festivals on how to respond to an overdose, while others are packing naloxone kits in our office well into the evening hours. We want to shine a light on the people whose efforts make our resources free and accessible to all, so we’re excited to share our April Volunteer of the Month: Eva Crudo!

Chapter & Operations Coordinator Olive Younts says, "Eva Crudo’s journey at the University of Arizona has been amplified by her passion for community and leadership. As the founder and Chapter President of the University of Arizona chapter, she has created a lasting impact on campus by providing life-saving resources to her peers. Thanks to Eva, the University of Arizona chapter has flourished, leaving a campus that is both safer and better equipped to support its community. As Eva prepares to graduate, her dedication to overdose prevention and education will continue to inspire and shape the future of the chapter."

Eva's story

I'm a senior at the University of Arizona, originally from San Diego, and I'm about to start medical school. Helping others has always been something I care deeply about. I started an End Overdose chapter on campus because I noticed how big of an issue opioid overdoses were in the community and wanted to help. Getting involved in this kind of outreach showed me how even small actions can make a big difference.

Inspiration and End Overdose

What inspired me was how direct and meaningful the work is. Before starting a chapter of End Overdose, I didn’t realize just how big of an issue this was or how many people in our own community were being affected. End Overdose gave me a way to take action and make a real impact. The idea that something as simple as handing someone naloxone could save a life made me want to be part of it.

More Than One Memory

I don’t have just one favorite memory. What stands out the most are the conversations I’ve had with people in the community. Whether it’s talking to someone who’s lost a loved one to this crisis or helping a student feel more confident using naloxone, those moments remind me why this work matters. It’s those real human interactions that have meant the most to me and have been my favorite part of volunteering with End Overdose.