Partnering 4 Health
embedding proactive health in the community
Partnering 4 Health
embedding proactive health in the community
Why. The health of our children is alarming.
More than
4 in 10 children
have 1+ chronic health condition1
Approximately
2 in 10 children
suffer from mental health issues2
More than
1 in 3 children
are overweight or obese3
Less than
2 in 10 children
get adequate physical activity4
Poor health combined with low trust in healthcare5 at the highest cost in the world6.
Beyond the statistics, the stories are heartbreaking.
It’s time for a new game plan.
our game plan
What. Partnering 4 Health is a program creating a world where proactive health is embedded in every community.
Proactive health is critical to athletes success in sport. Partnering 4 Health brings proactive health to 4th graders building a movement in collaboration with current + former athletes along with their Healthcare as a Team Sport teammates, the healthcare professionals who care for athletes.
Partnering 4 Health sessions feature authentic storytelling, experiential learning and discussions engaging around proactive health. While every session every session is unique – different smiles + stories, the inspiring content, empowering activities + educational lessons are impactful, positive and consistent.
Proactive Health Is…
unique to every athlete and to YOU
team + support
food + nutrition
movement + exercise
rest + recovery
joy + mindset
dreaming
paying it forward
How. Bringing people together in the community engaging around proactive health.
Partnering 4 Health illustrates the power of team. In Orlando, we teamed up with the NFL Medical Summit – team Athletic Trainers, Dietitians, Equipment Managers and Performance Coaches and NFLPA Former Players Chapter to bring a memorable activation to Rolling Hills Elementary School. The experience was educational + inspiring, giving students proactive health tools along with hope + confidence to pursue their dreams.
Taking our game to the next level, we’ve built a scalable 4th grade program including workshops, activations, game films and an annual challenge. Partnering 4 Health empowers proactive health and inspires future Healthcare as a Team Sport teammates. Schools from Anderson, Baltimore, Columbus, Kansas City, Las Vegas and Orlando are on board and we’re expanding!
The impact extends beyond the classroom with our campaign and outreach. Everyone can get in the game paying it forward and creating ripples of change by Partnering 4 Health!
activations
Athletic dreams fill the minds of our youth. Activations share a glimpse into college/pro sports for the ultimate proactive health experience along with opportunities beyond the game.
workshops
In person sessions bringing proactive health to 4th graders. High school students engage in mentorship sessions to build + deliver a workshop along with school + sports supplies.
outreach
Proactive health applies to everyone, community outreach events bring our message to all ages. Allowing us to dive deeper with a group of any age to explore how to thrive in life!
campaign
Keeping proactive health top of mind using social media channels to build an online community. The campaign features a Health Hero Challenge driving engagement.
game films
Featuring Professional Athletes and their Healthcare as a Team Sport teammates meeting curriculum standards for 4th grade. Distributed digitally available in the classroom. Coming in future seasons.
challenge
In sports and life, challenges keep us going strong. Annually 4th graders across the country will compete in a proactive health challenge coached by current + former college/pro athletes. Coming in future seasons.
optimizing health + saving lives
Partnering 4 Health. Creating a world where proactive health is embedded in every community.
Collaboration is critical and together we will positively impact the health of our children.
what children are saying
Partnering 4 Health
“I thought teams were only in sports. We all need a team to help us be healthy and reach our dreams.”
“Everyone always tells us to eat fruits + vegetables, now we know why!”
“I think better after running and playing.”
“Everyone always tells us to calm down and until today, no one ever taught us how. Can you teach our parents too?”
“Having a happy mind is like giving my body a big hug, it keeps me healthy.”
“Dreaming gives me hope.”
“Helping others makes me feel good.”
huddle up, for healthy children
You’re invited to join our campaign, powering our game plan that starts with bringing Partnering 4 Health to 4th graders and their families in areas with great needs.
Bonus, you will be part of our all-star team – including Archie Griffin, Clark Kellogg and Katie Smith and will get a vote to bring our 4th grade program to your city!
Questions, Contact Us.
All donations to the 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Partnership for Proactive Health are tax deductible (EIN: 88-1986700).
References: 1 Managing Chronic Health Conditions in Schools | Healthy Schools | CDC. Published August 19, 2022. Accessed July 22, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/chronicconditions.htm. 2 Sappenfield O, Alberto C, Minnaert J, Donney J, Lebrun-Harris L, Ghandour R. National Survey of Children’s Health Adolescent Mental and Behavioral Health.; 2023. https://mchb.hrsa.gov/sites/default/files/mchb/data-research/nsch-data-brief-adolescent-mental-behavioral-health-2023.pdf. 3 Fryar C, Carroll M, Afful J. Products – Health E Stats – Prevalence of Overweight, Obesity, and Severe Obesity Among Children and Adolescents Aged 2–19 Years: United States, 1963–1965 Through 2017–2018. www.cdc.gov. Published February 5, 2021. https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/obesity-child-17-18/obesity-child.htm. 4 Friel CP, Duran AT, Shechter A, Diaz KM. U.S. Children Meeting Physical Activity, Screen Time, and Sleep Guidelines. American Journal of Preventive Medicine. 2020;59(4). doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amepre.2020.05.007. 5 Perlis RH, Ognyanova K, Uslu A, et al. Trust in Physicians and Hospitals During the COVID-19 Pandemic in a 50-State Survey of US Adults. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(7):e2424984. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.24984. 6 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. NHE Fact Sheet | CMS. www.cms.gov. Published September 6, 2023. https://www.cms.gov/data-research/statistics-trends-and-reports/national-health-expenditure-data/nhe-fact-sheet.