Organizations
Many wonderful organizations and state agencies in Kansas will assist parents, community advocates, adult youth leaders and others in their efforts to build healthier habits and better lives for kids and adults here in the heartland. Visit the sites below so you can learn more about the expertise and resources we have right here in Kansas. They may be able to supply a piece of the "healthy living" puzzle that you have been looking for!
KAHPERD
KAHPERD (Kansas Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance) is one of Kansas' oldest professional associations dedicated to the advancement of research and education in the fields of health, physical education, recreation and dance.
Phone: (620) 341-5945
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KDHE Office of Health Promotion
The mission of the Office of Health Promotion is to improve the quality of life and reduce the incidence of death and disability from chronic disease and injury for Kansans.
1000 SW Jackson, Suite 230
Topeka, KS 66612
Phone: (785) 296-8126 or (785) 296-8916
Kansas Action for Children
Kansas Action for Children seeks to improve public policy and public systems rather than to assist children on a case-by-case basis through direct services. Changes in public policy affect large numbers of children.
720 SW Jackson, Suite 201
Topeka, KS 66603
Phone: (785) 232-0550
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Kansas Action for Healthy Kids
Because healthy children learn better, Action for Healthy Kids works to improve nutrition and increase physical activity in schools.
2702 South Crestline Circle
Wichita, KS 67215
Phone: (316) 258-9693
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Kansas Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics
Our mission is the attainment by all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults of their full potential for physical, mental, emotional, and social health.
9905 Woodstock Street
Lenexa KS 66220
Phone: (913) 780-5649
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Child Nutrition and Wellness, Kansas Department of Education
Child Nutrition and Wellness provides leadership, information, training, and technical assistance to local agencies operating child nutrition and wellness programs. Their goal is to enhance their ability to provide quality nutrition and wellness programs for all Kansas children.
120 SE 10th Ave.
Topeka, KS 66612-1182
Phone: (785) 296-2276
Kansas Health Foundation
The Kansas Health Foundation's mission is to improve the health of all Kansans. The Foundation focuses on four program areas: public health, children's health, policy, and leadership.
309 East Douglas
Wichita, KS 67202-3405
Phone: 316-262-7676 or 1-800-373-7681
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K-State Reasearch and Extension
K-State Research and Extension is committed to expanding human capacity by delivering educational programs and technical information that result in improved leadership skills in the areas of communication, group dynamics, conflict resolution, issue analysis, and strategic planning that can enhance the economic viability and quality of life in communities.
Sunflower Foundation
The Sunflower Foundation’s mission is to serve as a catalyst for improving the health of Kansans.
1200 SW Executive Drive, Suite 100
Topeka, KS 66615
Phone: (866) 232-3020
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United Methodist Health Ministry Fund
The United Methodist Health Ministry Fund's mission is to promote healthy Kansans through cooperative and strategic philanthropy guided by Christian principles.
P.O. Box 1384
Hutchinson, KS 67504-1384
Phone: (620) 662-8586
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