Evidence-based programs have been shown through rigorous evaluation to be successful at achieving results if the program is implemented as intended. Many have a specific curriculum available for free or purchase, and some require training.

Depending on your resources and what you are trying to achieve, you may want to run an evidence-based program. Below is a list of websites that maintain listings of evidence-based programs.

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
  • Evidence-Based Practices Resource Center
  • A Guide to Evidence-Based Practices on the Web for Substance Use and Mental Health
     
• U.S. Office of Justice
  • Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention: Model Programs Guide
  • CrimeSolutions.gov
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• U.S. Department of Education
  • What Works Clearinghouse
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• Center for the Study of Prevention of Violence at the University of Colorado at Boulder
  • Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence Blueprints for Violence Prevention
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• Center of Excellence: Training and Research Translation
  • Healthy Eating, Physical Activity, and Breastfeeding Strategies
     
• Youth.gov
  • A Guide to Evidence & Innovation
     
• County Health Rankings
  • What Works for Health 
     
• Community Preventive Services Task Force
  • The Guide to Community Preventive Services (The Community Guide)
     
• California Department of Social Services
  • California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare