Community Resources

Community Resources

The Together CountsTM program partners with hundreds of companies and organizations to bring you the best local resources that help lead an active and healthy lifestyle.

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Our partners believe balance is the key to healthy kids, healthy schools and healthy communities. Visit their websites and get moving.

100 Black Men was founded as an organization in New York City in 1963.

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation is the world's largest charitable organization devoted exclusively to nutrition and dietetics.

Allrecipes, the world's largest food site, is a dynamic, indispensable resource for cooks of all skill levels seeking trusted recipes, entertaining ideas, and practical cooking tips.
 

Common Threads educates children on the importance of nutrition and physical well-being, and fosters an appreciation of cultural diversity through cooking.
 

Complete Class is a web-based platform that motivates school-aged children and their parents to engage with healthy and positive partner content.

DailyFeats is the online social platform where people share and earn rewards for their positive actions - their feats.

The Emergency Care Help Organization provides immediate relief to those who have experienced a recent hardship or emergency.  Assistance is provided in the forms of basic social services, educational
EPODE International Network (EIN), a not-for-profit organization, was created in 2011 to support Community Based Programs (CBPs) around the world in their fight against obesity and related diseases.

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

The Healthiest State Initiative is a privately led public initiative intended to inspire Iowans and their communities to improve wellbeing.

Our mission is to effectively communicate science-based information about health, food safety and nutrition for the public good.

The JAM School Program is a free resource for schools that brings physical activity and health education to the classroom.

National Association for Sport and Physical Education’s (NASPE) mission is to enhance knowledge, improve professional practice, and increase support for physical education and physical activity programs.

The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) is the leading worldwide expert for school health services and is the leader in advocacy for student health.

The National Wildlife Federation is America's largest conservation organization.

NewWayFitness, understanding the challenges many parents face to keep their family physically active in today’s world, gives them the tools they need to maintain healthy family physical activity level
PlayCore helps build stronger communities around the world by advancing play through research, programs, and partnerships. They infuse this learning into a complete family of brands.

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s mission is to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors to build healthier places for healthier people. 

The ANNIKA Foundation teaches children the importance of living a healthy, active lifestyle through fitness and nutrition, and offers aspiring junior golfers opportunities to pursue their dreams.

The National Council of La Raza – America’s largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization - works to reduce poverty and improve opportunities for Hispanic Americans. 

The OrganWise Guys Inc.

The Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth leads statewide efforts to reduce and prevent youth tobacco use and childhood obesity through prevention programs and award-winning campaigns.

Yellow Tractor creates and executes customized garden-oriented programs to meet unique needs; from afterschool programs to employee wellness initiatives. 

Youth Movement is an initiative that was developed by the Health & Wellness Committee of the 100 Black Men, in 2002.

Events Calendar

Jun 22
Great American Backyard Campout (nationwide) »Saturday, June 22, 2013

Please visit www.backyardcampout.org for more information.
 

Jun 22
National Wildlife Federation Great American Campout »June 22, 2013

National Wildlife Federation Great American Campout, June 22, 2013.

Please visit our Website for more information: www.backyardcampout.org

Jun 26
HOSA National Leadership Conference »June 26, 2013 - June 29, 2013

The HOSA National Leadership Conference includes:

• Exciting general sessions
• Educational and social learning activities
• Leadership academies
• Tours to healthcare facilities
• Exhibits presented by professional healthcare associations
• The National Competitive Events program
• The annual business of the national student organization of HOSA by the national voting delegates
• The Educational Symposium - workshops presented by professional partners that provide Information about current health care issues
• An opportunity to meet people from across the United States and Puerto Rico with similar career goals
• Fun, excitement, recognition, and opportunity for HOSA members!

Where: Gaylord Opryland Hotel - Nashville, Tennessee
 

Jun 26
HOSA National Leadership Conference »June 26, 2013 - June 29, 2013

HOSA National Leadership Conference, June 26-29, 2013.

For further information, please visit: http://www.hosa.org/node/16

Jun 27
National Association of School Nurses 45TH Annual Conference »June 27, 2013 - June 30, 2013

National Association of School Nurses-NASN 45TH Annual Conference, June 27-30, 2013.

For more information, please visit: http://www.nasn.org/

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