Apply now for grants to help fight childhood obesity

UnitedHealthcare and YSA (Youth Service America) are inviting schools and other community-based nonprofit organizations to “Step Into Service” by applying for UnitedHealth HEROES grants.

Grants of up to $1,000 are available for youth-led service learning projects which aim to combat childhood obesity through walking, running or hiking programs.

Project proposals for UnitedHealth HEROES grants must include an activity element where young people can count their steps, as well as a service component which increases awareness, provides direct service, enables advocacy on behalf of a cause or features youth philanthropy around the issue of childhood obesity.

To apply for a UnitedHealth HEROES grant visit www.YSA.org/HEROES. The application deadline is Monday, October 15 at midnight EST.