The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are requesting applications for its Step Up for School Wellness grant.
Donor Name: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
State: Michigan
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/30/2024
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Building Healthy Communities: Step Up for School Wellness, or BHC: SUFSW, program is recognized by health and education leaders as a successful and innovative program that empowers school health leaders, educators, administrators, families and communities to improve the health and well-being of students and staff. The program focuses on creating a healthier school environment and building a culture of wellness that supports physical activity, healthier food choices, mental health and overall well-being.
The program is available to schools through a collaboration between Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan Department of Education, Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association, Michigan Fitness Foundation, Michigan Recreation and Park Association, Michigan State University Extension, Michigan Virtual, SHAPE Michigan, United Dairy Industry of Michigan and University of Michigan. Collaborating organizations have aligned under BHC: SUFSW for greater collective impact.
Program Goals
Creating healthier environments can lead to the development of lifelong healthy behaviors that reduce the incidence of obesity and undernourishment, combat absenteeism, address trauma, and nurture a more productive teaching and learning atmosphere. The program’s fivestep model translates into program goals that drive impacts focused on improved knowledge, attitudes and behaviors.
- Empower students to be more physically active every day.
- Empower students to make healthy choices that include fruit, vegetables, low-fat dairy, whole grains and lean protein every day.
- Empower students to learn and practice social and emotional skills.
- Empower staff to implement and participate in well-being initiatives that support a culture of wellness at school for all employees.
- Encourage staff to make changes in policies, systems and environments that support the well-being of students and staff.
Focus Areas
- Focus Area 1: Physical Activity and Physical Education Resources.
- Focus Area 2: Healthy Eating and Nutrition Education Resources.
- Focus Area 3: Well-Being Resources.
Eligibility Criteria
All public, charter or private nonprofit schools in Michigan, serving any grade level K-12, can apply each year regardless of their economic status, geographic location or participation in other school wellness grants, programs or initiatives. School awards are based on need, readiness, alignment with grade requirements and prerequisites, and available funding.
For more information, visit BCBSM.
