FIndings
100%
Users reported improved naloxone access
100%
Users identified a new naloxone distribution site
94%
Recommendation Rate
1,800
Unique site visitors in the first 30 days
Glowhopper Go
Demonstrated Naloxone Access Expansion and Community Adoption of Innovative Digital Tool
www.glowhopper.com
THE PRODUCT
Glowhopper Go is the first comprehensive map of free naloxone (narcan) distribution sites. In November 2025, Glowhopper Go launched in New Haven, Connecticut. This pilot was conducted with 11 partnering naloxone distribution sites and 20+ community partners for 3 months.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Glowhopper Go is a low-risk, high-impact digital infrastructure tool capable of immediate integration into overdose prevention strategies.
Low Implementation Risk
Strong user adoption and satisfaction with minimal onboarding or training requirements
Clear Usability
Proved intuitive and action-oriented in real-world conditions
Real Demand
Community uptake signals organic demand for a centralized naloxone navigation resource
Public Health Utility
Moved beyond awareness into practical access expansion
The pilot success indicates that a statewide rollout would:
- Expand geographic coverage awareness
- Improve equitable access to naloxone
- Strengthen reporting for publicly funded distribution programs