December 9, 2025
Alliance for a Healthier Generation Marks Two Decades of Advancing Children’s Health
Milestone Report Showcases 20 Years of Progress Promoting Healthy Learning Environments
Alliance for a Healthier Generation today released its 2025 impact report, reflecting on two decades of fostering healthier schools. Since its founding in 2005, the organization has worked at the intersection of health and education, advancing evidence-based policies and practices to promote the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of students, staff, and families.
Co-founded by the American Heart Association and the Clinton Foundation, Healthier Generation has become a national leader in whole child health, supporting nutrition, physical activity, school health services, staff well-being, and family engagement. Healthier Generation has partnered with more than 58,000 school communities across all 50 states—reaching over 31 million young people and the caring adults who support them.
“As we take stock of our progress, we’re also looking ahead with renewed commitment and vigor,” says Kathy Higgins, CEO of Healthier Generation. “Our mission remains clear: to support schools in creating environments where health and learning go hand in hand.”
Read the full report to see how Healthier Generation is driving healthy changes in schools and communities across the nation.
About Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Alliance for a Healthier Generation is a leading national nonprofit dedicated to advancing equitable whole child health by creating healthier school environments. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with over 58,000 school communities across all 50 states, reaching more than 31.5 million young people. Learn more and join the movement at HealthierGeneration.org, and follow us on Facebook, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and Instagram.