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The Bower Foundation
The Bower Foundation is committed to the promotion of fundamental improvements in the health status of all Mississippians through the creation, expansion, and support of quality healthcare initiatives.

As a Mississippi non-profit, private corporation, The Bower Foundation provides grants to other exempt organizations. The foundation carefully considers its mission and goals when making grants.

The Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi

The Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi provides diabetes research, information, patient services and advocacy to the 346,500 Mississippians living with diabetes.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi

A strong foundation is vital, whether it is for a building, organization or a community. The Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is working to build a healthier Mississippi for generations to come by creating a strong foundation of health and wellness awareness in the state. The Let's Go Walkin' Program has been established to help you improve your health, your mood and your life with the simple act of walking every day. Walking will improve your health, help you breathe easier, build stronger muscles and much more. You’ll get that good feeling that comes from being active, and you will be setting a good example for others. With the simple act of walking, you give a little time and get back so much more.

Let's Go Walkin' Mississippi!

Mississippi Department of Health

The Mississippi Department of Education's Office of Healthy Schools and the Mississippi Department of Health have partnered to provide materials to local school districts to create awareness regarding the West Nile Virus. To download posters, coloring sheets, and bookmarks please visit the Health Education Resource Page.

The Mississippi Development Authority Authorities Office of Tourism Development have partnered to promote culture and heritage in Mississippi. Ora Reed (picture), Mississippi's Cultural Ambassador, and James "Super Chikan" Johnson presented Mississippi Culture- Its Your Culture in ten middle schools in Mississippi. Participants are eligible to receive prizes for participating in phase two of the Mississippi Culture Student Program. If your school is interested in hosting an event in 2007 please contact Shane McNeill by email psmcneill@mde.k12.ms.us or by phone 601-359-1737. Hernando Middle School Students Study Mississippi’s Rich Musical Heritage Press Release

University of Mississippi Medical Center

The Mississippi Department of Education's Office of Healthy Schools and The University of Mississippi Medical Center's Center of Excellence have partnered to promote TEAM Mississippi: A Partnership for Healthy Families. This partnership began as a result of understanding the relationship between the health of students and academic achievement and the role the parent plays in promoting a healthy environment in the home setting.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks

The Mississippi Department of Education's Office of Healthy Schools and The Mississippi Development of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks has partnered to promote the No Child Left Inside Program to promote a healthy active lifestyle. For more information contact Amanda Mills at amanda.mills@mdwfp.state.ms.us.

Also, to provide resources to support a quality physical education program for schools in Mississippi the MDWFP has launched the National Archery in Schools Program. For more information visit www.mdwfp.com or contact:

Waldo Cleland, Chairman, Mississippi Archery in the Schools 601-674-0777

Bob Tyler, Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks 601-432-2011

Sharon Miller, Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks Foundation 601-432-2011

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