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About Us
We envision a world where every mind, every body, every young person is healthy and ready to succeed
Our Cause
We’re ensuring that all young people have the chance to live healthier lives
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Overview
Our Work
We work with schools, youth-serving organizations, and businesses to build healthier communities that support healthy kids
Focus Areas
Schools
Our evidence-based program empowers schools to create healthier learning environments for students and staff
Out-of-School Time
Our best practices framework offers guidance for healthy student engagement during out-of-school time
The Walking Classroom
Our innovative program supports health and learning with educational podcasts students listen to while they walk
School Policies
We inform school policies to ensure children’s environments support and promote good health
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For Schools, Districts, & OST
Visit the Action Center
Take an assessment, create an action plan, and discover tools to create healthier school and out-of-school time environments.
Get Help
Access resources and support to create and sustain a healthy school, district, or out-of-school time site.
Products & Services
Learn about our suite of customizable tools, capacity building resources, and professional development opportunities.
For Families & Caregivers
Get Healthy at Home
Resource collections that help families prioritize healthy living and create home environments where everyone can thrive.
Other Ways to Make a Difference
Give
Make a tax-deductible donation to give more kids a healthy future.
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America’s Healthiest Schools
Healthier Generation’s annual recognition program that celebrates schools for implementing policies and practices to promote health and well-being.
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