Free Commercial Tobacco Quit Help
The traditional uses of tobacco in American Indian culture are very different than the uses encouraged by commercial tobacco manufacturers.
A disproportionate percentage of Indigenous peoples in the United States use commercial tobacco compared to other ethnic groups. Commercial tobacco companies have targeted Indigenous peoples in marketing, sponsoring events and giveaways, devising promotional strategies and misappropriating images and concepts from the American Indian culture.
Like other addictive substances, if tobacco is abused or used recreationally, it is harmful. American Indians who practice traditional uses of tobacco understand this and limit its use for ceremonial purposes only. Stories of why tobacco was given to Native Americans for prayers have been handed down for thousands of years. Use of traditional tobacco helps create connection with generations long ago and supports a good life and a healthy community for today and into the future.
The American Indian Commercial Tobacco Program
Quitting commercial tobacco can be difficult, but help is available. Enroll in the American Indian Commercial Tobacco Program to receive free, culturally-tailored help to quit tobacco, including:
- 10 coaching calls with dedicated native coaches
- A customized quit plan
- Up to 8 weeks of free patches, gum or lozenges
- A focus on commercial tobacco use, including smokeless tobacco
- Tailored quit help is open to all Vermont Indigenous peoples, including youth under 18
- Up to $250 in gift cards by participating
The American Indian Commercial Tobacco Quitline was developed with feedback from Tribal members across several states.
Ready To Quit?
Enroll in the American Indian Commercial Tobacco Program to access resources including message boards, educational materials, customized quit program planning and quit progress tracking.
Or call for free tailored quit help with the American Indian Commercial Tobacco Program coaches.
Nicotine replacement gum, patches and lozenges are free with enrollment.