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ADVOCATING HEALTH & FITNESS FOR THE LEGACY OF OKLAHOMA
OUR SPONSORS INTEGRIS Health, 2004 - 2006 FOUNDING ORGANIZATION
Saint Francis Health System, 2005 - 2006 FOUNDING PARTNER “In response to our Tulsa community needs assessment and rising epidemic of childhood obesity, the Saint Francis Health System is pleased to announce its support and membership in the Oklahoma Fit Kids Coalition as Founding Partner of the Northeastern Oklahoma chapter. Together, we hope to develop practical legislative and program interventions to combat this growing trend and to provide tools for both parents and their children to make changes that will lead to a healthier lifestyle.”
The Daily Oklahoman “As a state newspaper, The Oklahoman has a valuable opportunity to directly impact the health and wellness of all children in Oklahoma. By publishing information on healthy lifestyles, good nutrition, and physical fitness, we can provide a voice in the fight against childhood obesity”, states David Thompson, publisher, The Oklahoman.
The Chickasaw Nation - 2004
Citizen Potawatomi Nation - 2004 The Citizen Potawatomi Nation stepped forward with vital early support for this cause. Bill Thorne, Director of Health Services, Citizen Potawatomi Nation, is a founding member of the Fit Kids Coalition, and an experienced advocate for child health. He sees restoring a physical education requirement for Oklahoma schoolchildren as an urgent priority. American Indians are acutely aware of the child obesity epidemic. Statistically, they are among the most vulnerable population groups. Before the 1930s, diabetes was virtually unknown to American Indians; today, they face a risk of contracting the disease five times greater than the general U.S. population.
Supporting the Fit Kids Coalition demonstrates your belief in the legacy of Oklahoma To find out how you can provide support and make a difference for genations to come, call 918.697.9677
OTHER SPONSORS: Community Care Oklahoma, 2005 - 2006 Saint John Medical Center, 2005 - 2006 Stillwater Medical Center, 2006 Tulsa Foundation, 2006 Oxley Foundation, 2005 Hillcrest Healthcare System, 2005 SouthCrest Hospital, 2005 - 2006 Public Relations Society of America, 2005 American Airlines, 2005 Arrow Trucking, 2005 Janice Filler, MD & OKAAP, 2006 McGill Foundation, 2005 Oklahoma Allergy & Asthma Clinic, 2006 Osteopathic Founders Foundation, 2005 Wild Oats Market - Tulsa - 2005 - 2006 Cherokee Nation/Healthy Nation Wings, 2005 Gold Bank, 2005 Samson Oil, 2006 Wiltel - 2005 - 2006 Tulsa Drillers Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club - SandSprings, 2005 Lynnwood & Paula Moore, 2005 Primary Natural Resources, 2005 Laureen Springer, 2006
IN KIND The Oklahoman/Advertising space, 2006
OU-Tulsa/Facility use for Coalition meetings, 2006
NEW BALANCE-Tulsa/100 pairs of shoes, 2006
Oklahoma CareerTech/Facility use for training programs, 2006
Tulsa World/ Advertising space, 2005 “Obesity not only affects the lives of our children, but the health of our economy. When the Fit Kids Coalition came to us with Oklahoma’s alarming statistics on child obesity, we knew we were in a unique position to partner in this cause. The Tulsa World is committed to providing information for healthy living and reporting ways to enhance the quality of life in NE Oklahoma. We challenge the community to set a healthy example for our children, and Tulsa corporations to join hands in supporting this awareness campaign and fight against child obesity.”
Subway Restaurants/ Jared visits to Tulsa & OKC, 2005 “Subway is committed to raising awareness and educating communities on the need to prevent and treat child obesity through our F.R.E.S.H Steps Initiative. Empowering kids and adults to Feel Responsible, Energized, Satisfied and Happy by making healthful choices and leading active lives is in tandem with the mission of the Oklahoma Fit Kids Coalition.”
MERGERS, COLLABORATIONS AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS Coalition forms creative partnerships and shares resources
OKLAHOMA STATE HEALTH DEPARTMENT OBESITY PREVENTION PLAN Oklahoma Fit Kids member organizations share expertise and take leadership role
Please call Heather Duvall, 405.236.5437, ext. 201 for meeting times and locations.
ADVOCATING COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY
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