NFL Play 60 A Day
In 2007 NFL launched a national youth health and fitness campaign “NFL PLAY 60 A DAY.” This campaign focuses on increasing the wellness of young fans, by encouraging them to get 60 min of physcial activity a day.
The NFL has a list of partners in this project all working together to tackle childhood obesity, including Nicelodeon, Cartoon Network, KaBOOM!, Gatorade, and the American Heart Association.
This Campaign is supported by coaches and players year round, but prominent durring the key calander events such as Super Bowl, Pro Bowl, Thanksgiving, and durring the draft.
To date, the NFL has dedicated over $200 million dollars to youth health and wellness through “NFL PLAY 60.”
Visit www.nfl.com/play60 for more information, or to take the “PLAY 60 A DAY” Pledge!
Active Transportation Alliance in the Southland
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Play Matters: Help build Kiddie Corral Park - KaBOOM! style!!
Thanks to everyone who came out for last week’s Planning Day. We’re now one step closer to our new Kiddie Corral Park. If you haven’t heard, Blue Island Park District received a KaBOOM! grant to build a new Kiddie Corral Park.
In 1 day, a complete park will be built in 6 hours! Blue Island Park District is looking for 150 volunteers. What a great opportunity for Blue Islanders to come together, help children stay healthy and leave a mark on our community. Call Cathie at 708-653-7354 for details.
When: Saturday, July 30
Where: Kiddie Corral Park, Blue Island.
Learn more about the KaBOOM! story….
Tell us if you want Blue Island to become a Playful City USA.
Play is a crucial factor in children’s overall well-being. Play affects the quality of life they will enjoy and impacts them physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively. Learn more about why Play Matters.
