Advancing Children's Nutrition and Fitness: Community Organizations Nationwide Receive General Mills Champions Grants.Lifestyle Editors/Business Editors/Education Writers MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 6, 2003 Program is a Partnership of the General Mills  This article or section may contain a proseline.Please help [ convert this timeline] into prose or, if necessary, a . Foundation, American Dietetic dietetic /di·e·tet·ic/ (di?ah-tet´ik) pertaining to diet or proper food. di·e·tet·ic adj. 1. Of or relating to diet. 2. Association Foundation and President's Challenge Fifty nonprofit A corporation or an association that conducts business for the benefit of the general public without shareholders and without a profit motive. Nonprofits are also called not-for-profit corporations. Nonprofit corporations are created according to state law. community groups across the country were awarded grants today totaling $500,000 from the General Mills Foundation to support innovative programs to help children develop good nutrition and fitness habits that will last throughout their lives. The program, "General Mills Champions," is a long-term Long-term Three or more years. In the context of accounting, more than 1 year. long-term 1. Of or relating to a gain or loss in the value of a security that has been held over a specific length of time. Compare short-term. partnership between the General Mills Foundation, the American Dietetic Association The American Dietetic Association (ADA) is the United States' largest organization of food and nutrition professionals, with nearly 65,000 members. Approximately 75 % of ADA's members are registered dietitians and about 4 % are dietetic technicians, registered. Foundation and the President's Challenge. Additional components of the initiative include sponsorship of the Presidential Active Lifestyle Awards (PALA), as well as the development of nutrition and fitness mentoring models. "Young people need to understand what makes up a balanced diet balanced diet n. A diet that furnishes in proper proportions all of the nutrients necessary for adequate nutrition. balanced diet , the importance of variety and moderation, and how necessary it is to incorporate much more physical activity into their daily routine," said Lynn Swann Lynn Curtis Swann (b. March 7, 1952, Alcoa, Tennessee) is a former professional football player, sports broadcaster and a Republican politician. As a youth, Swann went to Junípero Serra High School in San Mateo, California, later attended the University of Southern , chair of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports is an American government organization that aims to "promote, encourage and motivate Americans of all ages to become physically active and participate in sports". , which oversees the President's Challenge. "General Mills Champions is the type of program America needs to build a healthier, stronger, nation of children." All three sponsoring organizations have always believed in the fundamental importance of nutrition and exercise, especially for children. The new partnership is an evolution of that commitment, according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Chris Shea, president of the General Mills Foundation: "It is our intention to build local connections and, most importantly Adv. 1. most importantly - above and beyond all other consideration; "above all, you must be independent" above all, most especially , to help instill in·still v. To pour in drop by drop. in  stil·la tion n. good, healthy lifestyle habits that will last a lifetime for
America's kids. This is a long-term, multifaceted mul·ti·fac·et·ed adj. Having many facets or aspects. See Synonyms at versatile. Adj. 1. multifaceted - having many aspects; "a many-sided subject"; "a multifaceted undertaking"; "multifarious interests"; "the multifarious commitment toward that goal, and we are proud to partner with the American Dietetic Association Foundation and the President's Challenge on this important effort." Among the 50 grant recipients is "Happy Feet and Healthy Eats" based in Fort Collins, Colorado The City of Fort Collins, a home rule municipality situated on the Cache la Poudre River along the Colorado Front Range, is the county seat and most populous city in Larimer County, Colorado. . This is an awareness, education, and activity program for at-risk preschoolers, focusing on children as well as their parents, Head Start teachers, and child-care providers. The program includes a "Food Friends" nutrition component encouraging children to try new foods as well as a fitness component for teachers and children. Parent materials challenge families to incorporate more physical activity into their everyday lives while also encouraging them to try new foods. "Get In Motion" of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is an after-school program for children ages 5-14 using an exercise strategy called "Nutricizing," which integrates nutrition education with physical activity. Students engage in exercise activities, learn proper serving sizes, discover healthy fast food options, and learn how to prepare nutritious nutritious /nu·tri·tious/ (noo-trish´us) affording nourishment. nu·tri·tious adj. Providing nourishment; nourishing. nutritious affording nourishment. snacks. The students also host community health fairs to engage other students in the program, and even grow their own fruits and vegetables that they sell or give away with nutrition education materials they have designed. "These fifty grants represent the type of activities the ADA Ada, city, United States Ada (ā`ə), city (1990 pop. 15,820), seat of Pontotoc co., S central Okla.; inc. 1904. It is a large cattle market and the center of a rich oil and ranch area. Foundation believes hold the greatest potential to have a positive impact on young people's nutrition and physical activity," said registered dietitian registered dietitian, n See dietitian, registered. Stella Cash, chair of the ADA Foundation. Any community-based, nonprofit organization Nonprofit Organization An association that is given tax-free status. Donations to a non-profit organization are often tax deductible as well. Notes: Examples of non-profit organizations are charities, hospitals and schools. or agency is eligible to apply in this annual program for one of 50 grants of up to $10,000 each. Preschools, as well as elementary, middle and high schools are eligible. Among the requirements for receiving a General mills Champions grant was that the program must include a strong nutrition education component and that a registered dietician dietician Nutritionist A health professional with specialized training in diet and nutrition be an integral part of the program's planning and program activities. Information on the General Mills Champions program, grant applications, best practices and model programs that can be adopted by any organization are available at www.generalmills.com/foundation. Additional information on the Presidential Active Lifestyle Awards can be found at www.presidentschallenge.org. General Mills is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of consumer foods products. Its global brand portfolio includes Betty Crocker Betty Crocker, an invented persona and mascot, is a brand name and trademark of American food company General Mills. The name was first developed by the Washburn Crosby Company in 1921 as a way to give a personalized response to consumer product questions. , Pillsbury, Green Giant, Haagen-Dazs, Old El Paso Old El Paso is a brand applied to a range of Mexican-style foods, including dinner kits, tacos and tortillas, sauces, condiments, rice and refried beans. Old El Paso products are marketed in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, the Republic of and more. It also has more than 100 U.S. consumer brands, more than 30 of which generate annual retail sales in excess of $100 million each. General Mills is also a leading supplier of baking baking: see cooking. baking Process of cooking by dry heat, especially in an oven. Baked products include bread, cookies, pies, and pastries. and other food products to the foodservice and commercial baking industries. The American Dietetic Association Foundation is the philanthropic phil·an·throp·ic also phil·an·throp·i·cal adj. 1. Of, relating to, or marked by philanthropy; humanitarian. 2. Organized to provide humanitarian or charitable assistance: arm of ADA. It is a 501(c)(3) charity devoted exclusively to nutrition and dietetics dietetics /di·e·tet·ics/ (-iks) the science of diet and nutrition. di·e·tet·ics n. The branch of therapeutics concerned with the practical application of diet in relation to health and disease. . The Foundation funds scholarships and awards, education and research projects, and ADA strategic initiatives that promote optimal nutrition health and well-being of the public. It is the largest provider of scholarships and awards in the field of dietetics. The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (PCPFS PCPFS President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports ) serves as a catalyst to promote, encourage and motivate Americans of all ages to become and stay physically active, fit, and healthy. The President's Challenge Physical Activity and Fitness Awards Program (the President's Challenge), a long-standing program of the PCPFS, motivates more than 5 million youth each year to be physically fit and active and awards them presidential recognition for their commitment. 2003 General Mills Champions Grant Winners: Team Nutrition Hayes Middle School Albuquerque Public Schools, New Mexico A Chance for Change Sheridan County 4-H Council/Wyoming Girls School Sheridan, Wyoming Osage Nation Head Start Osage Nation Pawhuska, Oklahoma Kids SHINE Club The Children's Hospital/Baker Middle School Denver, Colorado NEETO (Nutrition Exercise Education Training of Orlando) Inner-City Games Orlando, Florida Chambersburg Kids TAKE 10!(TM) Healthy Communities Partnership of Greater Franklin County, Inc. Chambersburg, Pennsylvania A Healthier You Girls Scouts of Mid-Continent Council, Inc. Kansas City, Missouri Food is Fuel Lakewood Elementary School St. Petersburg, Florida Healthy Youth of All Shapes and Sizes Camp Kidwell/Allegan County 4-H Clubs Allegan, Michigan Middle School on the Move(TM) Alliance for Health Promotion Boston, Massachusetts (program to be held in Pueblo, Colorado and Indianapolis, Indiana) Sprouting Wings: Youth Stewardship Garden Prevent Child Abuse Oconee County/Communities in Schools Seneca, South Carolina Wolfe's Neck Farm's Education Programs Wolfe's Neck Farms Freeport, Maine Shape Up Somerville--Audio Adventures Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, Tufts University Boston, Massachusetts (program to be held in Somerville, Massachusetts) Health First Wellness Technology Program Rupert A. Nock Middle School Newburyport, Massachusetts Fun, Food and Fitness Benedictine University Lisle, Illinois (program to be held in West Chicago, Illinois) Fitness Authority, Etc. Boys and Girls Club of Langlade County Antigo, Wisconsin Strive for FIVE! (Families Increasing Vegetables, Fruits and Exercise) Mecklenburg Council on Health and Fitness Charlotte, North Carolina Signs for Life Program: A Children's Roadmap to Nutrition and Fitness YMCA of Florida's First Coast, Inc. Jacksonville, Florida Crunch and Munch Fund for Public Schools, Inc./Public School 142 New York, New York Get in Motion! The Food Trust Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Nutrition Under Ten: Eating, Moving, Growing (NUTMEG) Cornell Cooperative Extension, Tioga County Owego, New York Eat Right--Play Hard with the YMCA! Tuckahoe Family Branch, YMCA of Greater Richmond Richmond, Virginia Children's Garden Williamson County and Cities Health District Round Rock, Texas To'Hajiilee Behavioral Health System--Traditional Navajo Nutrition and Fitness Program Canoncito Band of Navajos To'Hajiilee, New Mexico Way to Go Kids!(TM) Foundation for Health, Inc. (on behalf of the Owensboro Mercy HealthPark) Owensboro, Kentucky Alternatives for Girls Alternatives for Girls Detroit, Michigan Think Detroit Shapes Kids Think Detroit Detroit, Michigan Active Food Friends San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center Alamosa, Colorado Stepping Out Together Wasco-Sherman Public Health Department/OSU and Wasco County Extension Service The Dalles, Oregon CHALLENGE!! An Intervention to Promote Healthy Dietary Activity Choices Among Urban Youth University of Maryland Baltimore Foundation, Inc. Baltimore, Maryland LA-ERASE (Louisiana Eat Right and Start Exercising) New Orleans Dietetic Association Metarie, Louisiana Smart Minds, Smart Bodies! Wakita Public Schools Wakita, Oklahoma Ledyard Middle School Get Healthy Challenge Ledge Light Health District Groton, Connecticut Happy Feet and Healthy Eats Colorado Nutrition Network Fort Collins, Colo. Pass It On: A Community Development Approach to Nutrition and Physical Activity Transformation Michigan State University Extension--Genesee County Flint, Michigan Cristo Rey School-Based Nutrition Program Loyola University Chicago School of Nursing Chicago, Illinois Eat Healthy, Stay Fit Young Women's Leadership Charter School of Chicago Chicago, Illinois Sports Warrior Challenge Program Native American Sports Council Colorado Springs, Colorado Bake and Shake: Promoting Healthful Cooking and Physical Activity Kansas Dietetic Association Foundation/Heartland Programs Topeka, Kansas Intergenerational Health Support University of California Cooperative Extension, Riverside County Oakland, California Stepping Up Physical Activity and Nutrition Practices Among North Dakota Youth North Dakota 4-H Foundation Fargo, North Dakota 5 A Day + (5" x 5 A Day) = F.U.N. Fitness Unlocks Nutrition Braham Area Schools Braham, Minnesota Fit to Be Healthy Kids Challenge Hannibal Community Foundation/Healthy Lifestyles Task Force Hannibal, Missouri Food, Fun and Fitness Richland County Consortium After-School Program Wahpeton, North Dakota Get Up and Go Clinton County Health Department Plattsburgh, New York Fit for Life Kids Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, Virginia O'odham Ha'icu Ha-cicwidag (O'odham Traditional Games and Health) Tohono O'odham Community Action Sells, Arizona KidFit Idaho Food Bank Boise, Idaho (program to be held in Marsing, Idaho) Fit Factor 5 Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Los Angeles, California CATCH Kids of Downeast Maine Healthways /Regional Medical Center at Lubec, Inc. Lubec, Maine |
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