The Roanoke Area Youth Substance Abuse Coalition, RAYSAC, is a group of concerned citizens, parents, youth, teachers, police officers, business people, judges, and other caring individuals that strive to keep the youth of the Roanoke Valley and Southwest Virginia alcohol, tobacco and drug-free. RAYSAC is dedicated to reducing substance abuse among our youth and throughout the Roanoke Valley. Our efforts and resources are focused primarily on educating and mobilizing our communities, parents, and youth about the problem of youth substance abuse and the dangers of underage drinking.