Challenge for a Healthier Louisiana
Obesity is fast becoming the most important public health problem of the 21st century.It’s most pronounced in the Southern region. Among the 50 states, Louisiana currently ranks sixth for adult obesity, and fourth for childhood obesity.
Our environment shapes the way that we make decisions to be physically active or to eat healthy. Communities, neighborhoods, schools, home and workplace environments can all influence people’s decisions with respect to lifestyle choices.
The goal of the Blue Cross’ Challenge for a Healthier Louisiana program is to support communities in the implementation of healthy eating and active living programs
along with environmental change initiatives that support healthier communities for children and families across Louisiana.
Read More about the Purpose and Approach of this program.
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Each Challenge Grant will award between $250,000 to $1,000,000 for a one- to three-year funding period. Challenge Grant awards must be matched dollar-for-dollar by resources, either cash or in-kind, identified by the applicant. At least one-half of the matching support must be a cash match. Applications that do not include assurance of adequate matching funds will not be accepted.
How to Apply
- Workshops information now posted. Visit the workshops page now: Go
Explore the Challenge
Funding Ideas
See examples of the types of ideas that could receive funding, and learn of the restrictions
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Contact Information
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