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Iowa Healthiest State Initiative

Address
301 Grand Avenue
Des Moines
IA 50309
UNITED STATES
515-309-3227
  
Contact
Ms. Aryn McLaren
  
County
Activities Statewide
  
Organization Type
Community Based
Educational/School
Government Agency
 

Description:

The Healthiest State Initiative aims to become the healthiest state in the nation by improving the physical, social and emotional well-being of Iowans.

Mission To improve the physical, social and emotional well-being of Iowans.

Vision To become the healthiest state in the nation.

Values Creating awareness of challenge to make Iowa the healthiest state in the nation Connecting the needs of Iowans with resources to achieve the goal Improving the health of Iowans and the communities in which they live Goals Increase the number of Iowans living an active and healthy lifestyle Increase Iowans' emotional well-being Decrease the number of Iowans who use tobacco

The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative is the lead organization for Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB). Double Up Food Bucks makes it easier for low-income Iowans to eat fresh fruits and vegetables while supporting family farmers and growing local economies. DUFB gives SNAP shoppers FREE Double Up Bucks, as a 1:1 match on all SNAP dollars spent, up to $10 per day. For a listing of DUFB locations please visit:  www.DoubleUpIowa.org 

How to Help:

Iowans interested in supporting the mission of the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative are encouraged to give back at http://www.iowahealthieststate.com/take-action/give-back/

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