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Why Now?

Today about 1 in 3 kids in the United States is overweight or obese. If we don't reverse this epidemic, the current generation of young people could live sicker and die younger than their parents.

The Cause
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Together We Thrive

We work with schools, companies, communities, healthcare professionals and families to transform the conditions and systems that lead to healthier kids.

Our Approach
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We Need You to Be a Change Maker

We all have the power to help change the environments where youth spend their time. You can be the parent, teacher, company, or voice that gives our kids a brighter future.

Your Role
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Our Model Works

Systemic change takes time, but together we can create environments where the healthy choice is the easy choice.

The Change

What’s Happening with the Alliance

Dance, Dance Dance!—Little Fort Elementary Moves in the Morning

One School Redefines Mornings

Dance, Dance Dance!

From teachers and students to the principal and administrators, Little Fort Elementary is filled with dancers.

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3 Kids Who Made the Swap

Swap Your Snack Countdown

Kids Creating Change

See the change making power youth have as these young people lead the way to swap their snack.
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Hear from the Students: Healthy School Food Matters!

Healthy School Food Matters!

Hear from Students

With an increase in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, how do students feel about school nutrition standards?
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Smart Snacks Calculator

Take the guesswork out of school nutrition guidelines with our new Smart Snacks Product Calculator! Simply enter the product information, answer a few questions, and determine whether your beverage, snack, side or entrée item meets the new USDA Smart Snacks in School Guidelines.

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Take One Step Every Month

It’s not about fitting your family into a mold. There’s no one-size-fits-all plan for you to follow. It’s about knowing your family, assessing your environment, and deciding to live better. A Year of Being Well focuses on one step a month to create healthier lives for you and your family.

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