Your Connection to Better Health

Many factors influence community health and wellness, from socioeconomic and environmental conditions to access to quality health care and nutritious food. When the Oklahoma City Community Foundation Trustees launched our Wellness Initiative in 2014, we identified healthy lifestyle behaviors as one area where we could make the greatest impact.

Through the Wellness Initiative, we work together with community partners to promote healthy lifestyles throughout central Oklahoma. By convening these multi-sector partners through the Central Oklahoma Wellness Alliance, we identify opportunities to collaborate, leverage resources and expand the reach and impact of existing wellness programs.

“Attending the Wellness Alliance meetings has increased my awareness of community resources,” said Gaylene Stiles, Mercy Hospital Regional Director of Community Health & Access. “Discussions of ways to improve the health status of Oklahoma City ignite the idea that success is achievable. I leave the meetings feeling reenergized and positive.”

The 50-plus organizations that participate in the Wellness Alliance work together to connect people to low-cost, easily accessible physical activities. GetMovingOKC.org serves as a

central, online hub to promote these community-wide activities to encourage individuals to be more active and start on the path to a healthier lifestyle. The easily searchable website features a calendar of local events and activities including free fitness classes, group bike rides, walks, runs and guided hikes. In addition, you can find great places to get moving with a directory of public trails and parks located throughout Oklahoma City.

Learn more at GetMovingOKC.org.

FY2019 | Wellness Initiative

$91,475 grants awarded

•Girl Scouts–Western Oklahoma - $18,000 to expand a healthy living and nutrition education program.

•INTEGRIS Foundation - $40,000 to expand a free fitness program for senior adults.

•OKC Metro Alliance - $12,000 to provide an exercise program for the Firstep Recovery Women’s Program participants.

•Rainbow Fleet - $10,000 for continuation of wellness training and resources for child care providers.

•Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma City - $3,000 for a healthy eating and physical wellness curriculum.

•Skyline Urban Ministry - $5,000 for a community produce garden and gardening education classes.

•YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City - $3,475 for free wellness and fitness activities for cancer survivors.