We know that sound numbers tell a powerful story. That’s why we work so hard to identify relevant research and spread the findings of our allies. Doing so helps us understand the dire needs facing after-school sports programming in low-income neighborhoods. It also helps us direct our support to the kids who need it most.
We’ve used what we’ve learned through our research, and through Coaching Corps, to create insightful tools that help our partners enhance policies, procedures and practices. One such tool is the Quality Self-Assessment Tool for Sports Programs, which prepares program staff and stakeholders to reflect on their own programs, identify challenges and work collaboratively to develop winning strategies. Visit our library to find other free tools available for you to download right now.
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We’ve built a strong team, all committed to making sure that every kid has a chance to play — and grow up strong and healthy. One of our strongest partnerships has been with the Women’s Sports Foundation, an organization dedicated to advancing the lives of girls and women through sports and physical activity. Together, we created The Game Plan: Building Effective Sports Programs for Girls. Read about our other allies and the phenomenal work they are doing.
- Childhood obesity is on America’s mind. And for good reason; one in three American children is considered overweight – triple what it was three decades ago. Coaching Corps ensures greater prospects for disadvantaged youth so that all kids regardless of gender, race or income grow up safe, healthy and ready to learn.
- It seems like everyone is talking about the childhood obesity epidemic these days and all this public attention is a good thing. One in three American children are considered overweight or obese. This is what the numbers show, but what are parents saying?
- It’s about time…to face the reality that most kids in the United States are not getting nearly enough physical activity. according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2009, fewer than one in five adolescents participated in physical activity for at least 60 minutes daily, and about one in four adolescents does not engage in 60 minutes of physical activity on any days of the week.
- I am honored and humbled to receive the Champions of Change award and to be in the prestigious company of so many amazing Americans. Building a country that truly reflects the American dream is going to take a movement, a Corps if you will, of committed and passionate people working in concert to end the health and educational disparities that exist in our country.
