Rave Safe Inc
Providing Harm Reduction Supplies and Resources to the EDM Community
Rave Safe, Inc is a 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to provide Narcan, Fentanyl test strips, educational information and resources where you need them the most. Our tables provide an array of items meant to keep you and your family safe. And to lower the risks and stigma associated with our EDM community.
Who We Are
Our founder, Andi Thomason, saw the need for easier access to harm reduction supplies after attending her first festival in September, 2023.
By starting with providing Narcan at events, the need quickly grew and word spread within the local Kansas City EDM scene that free Narcan was being handed out at local events. With the help of local organizations, Rave Safe, Inc was able to start providing Fentanyl test strips as well.
Currently Rave Safe, Inc is able to provide Narcan, Fentanyl test strips, and various other supplies to multiple venues in Kansas City and St Louis.
We are excited to announce our expansion to St Louis! Follow our social media to keep up with our progress!
Our goal is to get Narcan and Fentanyl test strips in the hands of as many people as possible and to prevent the unnecessary overdoses that have plagued our community.
As a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit, we rely on people like you to help us with our continued efforts to make harm reduction accessible for all!
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It is absolutely true that giving back and being a part of Rave Safe Inc’s work will not only improve the lives of so many but bring you a sense of unparalleled satisfaction. Making the EDM community a better and safer place starts with small steps that evolve into profound transformation. But we can't do it without you! Each donation goes towards our overhead costs and helps us continue to provide the "extras" you see at our tables! Consider helping out our cause today!
Andi Thomason - Director and Founder of Rave Safe Inc.
I’m Andi Thomason, the director and founder of Rave Safe Inc., a nonprofit organization I started in 2023 after my life-changing experience at my first EDM festival. During that event, I was faced with a critical moment that led me to administer Narcan to someone in need, and that sparked a passion for making EDM events safer. I wanted to do something proactive, so I started by reaching out on local Facebook groups, letting people know I would be attending events and carrying Narcan and fentanyl test strips. The response was overwhelming, and that's how Rave Safe Inc. was born. What began as a simple post turned into a movement. In just two years, Rave Safe Inc. has expanded into two cities and grown to include more than 50 dedicated volunteers who share the mission of harm reduction in the EDM community. It's been incredible to see the impact we've made together, and we’re just getting started! Outside of my work with Rave Safe, I’m a proud Kansas City native. I've spent most of my life here, and it’s where I call home. When I’m not advocating for harm reduction or attending events, you’ll likely find me spending time with my beloved cats, Peter and Stinky, or my step-cat Atlas. I also attend many shows throughout the midwest with my loving boyfriend Spencer. They bring so much joy to my life and keep me grounded. I also have a background in addiction, having been clean for almost 7 years after overcoming a struggle with meth. My personal journey has given me a deep understanding of the importance of mental and physical well-being, which is why I’m so passionate about the work we do at Rave Safe. Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we’re making our community safer, one event at a time.
Our City Leaders
Joshua Thornhill - St. Louis Rave Safe President
Josh grew up in the greater Saint Louis area, and has been part of the dance music community for most of his adult life. As a kid, Josh was initially exposed to dance music through friends from England, who would often share Drum and Bass or Hardstyle tracks with him. At 19, he attended his first rave and began exploring altered states of consciousness. This led to a series of heart-opening experiences which unfolded on the dancefloor, solidifying his sense of belonging and purpose within the community. In his early 20’s, Josh received outstanding peer-support from the Interfuse harm-reduction team, and this ignited his interest in providing similar care for others. Realizing the lack of harm-reduction services available to the dance music community in Saint Louis, Josh and the other founding members of our Saint Louis chapter began collaborating with Andi to expand Rave Safe’s reach. They launched their first event on September 21, 2024, and have been busy bees ever since! Josh’s enthusiasm, open-mindedness, and desire to learn has made him the go-to person for his peers and friends when substance-related questions arise. Finding joy in this act of service and love, the hard working Saint Louis team is cultivating a feeling of togetherness and safety which ripples through their local community.
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Where can I order Narcan and Fentanyl test strips for free?
The state of Kansas and the state of Missouri both offer free Narcan and Fentanyl test strips delivered straight to you!
For Kansas residents: https://www.dccca.org/naloxone-kit-request-form/
For Missouri residents: https://nextdistro.org/mochoice
How can I identify an opioid overdose?
Recognizing the signs of opioid overdose can save a life. Here are some things to look for:
Small, constricted “pinpoint pupils”
Falling asleep or losing consciousness
Slow, weak, or no breathing
Choking or gurgling sounds
Limp body
Cold and/or clammy skin
Discolored skin (especially in lips and nails)
ALWAYS CALL 911 AFTER ADMINISTERING NARCAN!
Where should I go if I need treatment or more resources?
Our friends at First Call KC can help you navigate the next steps if you decide you want additional help.
You can call their 24/7 crisis line anytime at 816-361-5900
Or you can reach out via their website at www.firstcallkc.org