The National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils (NFGFC) has selected Alabama for its 2020 “DON’T QUIT!” initiative.
As such, three Alabama elementary or middle schools will be gifted a $100,000 fitness center. Any citizen who wants to can fill out the application to nominate the school they believe should receive one of the fitness centers.
The organization aims to prevent childhood obesity by awarding fitness centers to schools across America.
“I’m a strong proponent of doing everything you can to live a healthy lifestyle,” Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey proclaimed.
“Jake Steinfeld and the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils DON’T QUIT! Campaign is a brilliant idea that puts our children on the path to good health. I hope every elementary and middle school in Alabama takes a few minutes to fill out the application,” she added.
“Childhood obesity is a serious problem that can follow a child into adulthood. I’ve declared war on this preventable disease and it’s inspiring to see elected leaders like Governor Kay Ivey immediately jump on board to join the battle and welcome us into the great state of Alabama. Every governor we’ve partnered with recognizes that obesity is neither a Democratic nor Republican issue, it’s a kids’ issue and all have vowed to do everything possible to help,” said Jake Steinfeld, chairman of the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils.
According to the NFGFC, “Each fitness center is financed through public/private partnerships with companies like The Coca-Cola Company, Anthem Foundation, Wheels Up and Nike, and does not rely on taxpayer dollars or state funding. TuffStuff Fitness International provides all the fitness equipment, which is manufactured right here in the United States.”
Those interested in applying on behalf of an Alabama elementary or middle school can go here.
The application period will remain open until March 20, 2020.
Henry Thornton is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can contact him by email: [email protected] or on Twitter @HenryThornton95.
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