Barber County United, Inc.
Envelope Link Facebook Instagram Contact: Debra G Kolb About the Coalition: Barber County United (BCU) is a rural quality of life coalition focused on supporting the wellbeing of Barber County residents and neighboring counties. Aimed at increasing opportunities for healthier choices and fostering an environment of awareness and support. Past Grants: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas: Pathways to a Healthy KansasKansas Children’s Cabinet & Trust Fund: Childcare Accelerator Grant – Tri-County Childcare Coalition, Barber, Harper, and Kiowa Counties.Thrive Allen County: Navigator ServicesKDADS: Mobilizer Substance Use Prevention ServicesFHWA: KDOT: Gypsum Hills Scenic Byway Memorial Peace Park Rest Area & Unique Greenspace.South Central Community Foundation: Leadership BCU Focus Areas: Mental Health, Built Environment, Substance Use Prevention / Harm Reduction, Suicide Prevention / Injury Reduction, Food Access, Tobacco Cessation & Prevention, Workforce Wellness, Childcare Access, Local & State-Level Advocacy, General Health & Wellness, Physical Activity, Breastfeeding County: Barber County Region: South Central Region Estimated Membership size: 12 Partner Network: 20 Meeting Frequency & Format: Monthly, In-person & Hybrid Back to the Coalition Directory
Graham County Health & Wellness Committee
Envelope Facebook Contact: Kristen D Fritts About the Coalition: The committee was founded with the mission to promote health, wellness, and preventive care initiatives that would address the unique needs of the community. The vision was to create a healthier, more connected community by providing accessible wellness programs, encouraging lifestyle changes, and raising awareness about common health issues such as chronic diseases, mental health, and nutrition. Coalition Established Date: June 15, 2023 Past Grants: Current BCBS Pathway GranteeNorthwest Kansas Health & Resource Fair Hosts Focus Areas: Mental Health, Substance Use Prevention/Harm Reduction, Suicide Prevention/Injury Reduction, Food Access, Tobacco Cessation & Prevention, Local & State-Level Advocacy, General Health & Wellness, Physical Activity County: Graham County Region: Northwest Region Estimated Membership size: 12 Meeting Frequency & Format: Quarterly and As Needed, In-Person Back to the Coalition Directory
Stay Strong Live Long Wilson County
Envelope Contact: Betti Jo Walters About the Coalition: Stay Strong – Live Long – Wilson County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for healthy lifestyle choices and policies across Wilson County, Kansas. We value collaboration and inclusivity and are dedicated to our employees’ growth and well-being. As a recipient of the Pathways to a Healthy Kansas grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS), we are committed to implementing community-focused initiatives that promote active living, healthy eating, behavioral health, and commercial tobacco prevention. Our mission is to make Wilson County a thriving, healthy place to live and raise a family. Wilson County represents the cities of Altoona, Fredonia and Neodesha Kansas Coalition Established Date: January 1, 2016 Past Grants: Previous CDRR grantee, current Pathways grantee, Drug Endangered Children grantee Focus Areas: Substance Use / Harm Reduction, Food Access, Housing, Tobacco Cessation and Prevention, Workforce Wellness, General Health and Wellness, Access to Care County: Wilson County Region: Southeast Region Estimated Membership size: 30 Partner Network: 30 Meeting Frequency & Format: Bi-monthly, hybrid Back to the Coalition Directory
LiveWell Douglas County
Envelope Link Facebook Instagram Contact: Ginny Barnard About the Coalition: LiveWell Douglas County is leading a movement to build communities that support the health and well-being of all through policy, system, and environmental changes. Coalition Established Date: October 1, 2008 Focus Areas: Access to Care, Community Health Worker Programs, Built Environment, Safe Routes to School, Substance Use Prevention/Harm Reduction, Suicide Prevention/Injury Reduction, Food Access, Tobacco Cessation and Prevention, Workforce Wellness, Violence Prevention, Local & State-Level Advocacy, Breastfeeding, General Health & Wellness, Physical Activity County: Douglas County Region: Northeast Region Estimated Membership size: 30 Meeting Frequency & Format: Monthly, In-person or Virtual Back to the Coalition Directory
Live Healthy Franklin County
Envelope Facebook Contact: Sheila Robertson About the Coalition: Vision: To create healthy and active communities throughout Franklin County. Mission: To improve community health through policies and programs that support healthy eating and active living. Coalition Established Date: December 1, 2013 Past Grants: BCBSKS Pathways to a Healthy Kansas 2016-2026Sunflower Foundation Core Operating Support SDOH Grant 2019Kansas Health Foundation Assessment and Capacity Building Grant 2016 Focus Areas: Access to Care, Food Access, Mental Health, Physical Activity, Substance Use Prevention / Harm Reduction County: Franklin County Region: Northeast Region Estimated Membership size: 20 Meeting Frequency & Format: Quarterly (work groups may meet more often), Hybrid Format Back to the Coalition Directory
Reno County Community Wellness Coalition
Envelope Link Facebook Contact: Candace Davidson About the Coalition: We are dedicated to building a healthier future for all residents of Reno County. Our coalition is a diverse group of passionate individuals and organizations committed to promoting wellness and improving the overall health of our community. Past Grants: We have been a BCBS of KS Pathways recipient for all 3 phases Focus Areas: Mental Health, Access to Care, Built Environment, Substance Use Prevention/Harm Reduction, Food Access, Tobacco Cessation & Prevention, Local & State-Level Advocacy, General Health & Wellness, Physical Activity County: Reno County Region: South Central Region Estimated Membership size: 75 Partner Network: Text Meeting Frequency & Format: Monthly, In-Person Back to the Coalition Directory