MHAP “ACCESS” Handbook
MHAP’s “Access” Handbook.Click BelowSee how the Marketplace is impacting Mississippians
Little Rock, Arkansas – Creating a Healthy Southern City
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK WINS GRANT AWARDSTO SUPPORT CHILDHOOD OBESITY PREVENTION INITIATIVES The United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) announced the winners of the 2014 Childhood Obesity Prevention Awards, during its 82nd Winter Meeting held in Washington, D.C. The awards went to cities with outstanding programs that encourage healthy weight through balanced diet choices and […]
Grantee Spotlight: Growing a Healthy Community In Okolona, MS
As part of the Foundation for the Mid South’s dedication to health and wellness, we have partnered with the city of Okolona, Mississippi to promote healthy lifestyles and decrease childhood obesity and the diseases that spring from it. The city of Okolona is tucked away in Chickasaw County in northeastern Mississippi and is home to […]
Healthy Southern Cities: State Highlight: Louisiana
Healthy Southern Cities: State Highlight: LouisianaCity of Patterson, Louisiana Mayor Rodney Grogan’s personal decision to adopt healthier lifestyle practices was an inspiration to the residents and the foundation for establishing healthy goals for the City of Patterson, Louisiana. The city developed and implemented a Strategic Obesity Prevention Plan, which consisted of building community awareness, requiring […]
Dwanda Moore – Program Officer, Health & Wellness: Highlighted in Southeastern Council on Philanthropy’s “CONNECTION”
Dwanda MooreProgram Officer, Health & WellnessFoundation for the Mid SouthHighlighted inSoutheastern Council on Philantrophy’s “CONNECTIONS” Dwanda Moore serves as the Health and Wellness Program Officer at the Foundation for the Mid South. She has been with the Foundation since 2000, where she spent almost 10 years providing administrative support to the team as the Office […]
Affordable Care Act Deadline Approaching March 31
Affordable Care Act Deadline Approaching March 31Open enrollment for 2014 health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act is closing in just a few days, on March 31. Under the new law, most uninsured Americans need to purchase a health insurance plan or face a penalty. More than 4 million people have signed up for […]
Healthy Southern Cities: State Highlight: Mississipp
Healthy Southern Cities: Highlight: MississippiColdwater, Mississippi Nestled close to Memphis Tennessee, the City of Coldwater lead by Mayor Jessie J. Edwards wanted to see a positive change in the health of their community. Residents organized and developed a strategic plan for their city, which resulted in two community gardens. These gardens provide more than 200 […]
Philanthropy Begins On Main Street
Philanthropy Begins On Main StreetThe Foundation for the Mid South is committed to improving the health of individuals and communities throughout Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. By collaborating with municipalities, the Foundation invests in entire communities to promote healthy behaviors, such as exercising and nutritious eating. In addition, we strive to increase access to healthcare services. […]
Formerly at risk of failing district rises two levels to receive successful rating by the state
After consecutive years of receiving an “At risk of failing” rating, the Leflore County School District faced the possibility of a state takeover. Quality educators were hard to come by and administrators were at their wit’s end as to how to reverse the trend. The schools and their leadership needed a solution.That need brought the […]
Males of Color: Investing in Two Louisiana Cities
The challenges facing males of color across the Mid South have created monumental disparities in comparison to other groups over the decades. Males of color are too often left without quality education and guidance to move them towards achievement in higher education and career preparation. Combined, these issues entrap males of color and their families […]