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15 Organizations “Take Over” the West Orange Trail to Educate on the Importance of Local Trails
We were thrilled to participate in the second annual “Take Over the Trails Day” as part of The Healthy West Orange Trails Connection (HWOTC)
Meet Our Board Members: Bernadette Spong and Kari Vargas
As we kick off Volunteer Appreciation Month, we want to recognize two women on our board of directors who are fierce advocates for the health and wellness of our community – Bernadette Spong and Kari Vargas.
Annual 5K Attracts Record Numbers
At the top of each year, Healthy West Orange organizes a month-long campaign to encourage our community to get moving through Westly’s Annual 5K.
New Walking Path at Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital
On Jan. 24, we joined Orlando Health, the city of Ocoee, and numerous community partners for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate a new Wellness Walking Path at Orlando Health -- Health Central Hospital!
Foundation Joins West Orange Chamber as Trustee
Early this year, we were honored to join the the West Orange Chamber of Commerce (WOCC) as a trustee.
Meet Our Board Member: Camille M. Evans, Esq.
My pathway to the Foundation for a Healthier West Orange Board of Directors winds through my life as a working mom and resident of the West Orange Community for the past almost 20 years.
Meet Our Board Member: Tim Keating
In honor of Men’s Health Month, our board member Tim Keating shares his wellness routine and why he’s proud to advocate for a healthier West Orange community.
“Westly’s Mile” Boosts Physical Activity at Five Area Elementary Schools
Last October, Healthy West Orange and the American Heart Association launched Westly’s Mile -- a walk/run club -- at five elementary schools in west Orange County.
First HUBB Direct Location Now Open
We are excited to announce that our first HUBB Direct is now open at the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation’s Healthy West Orange Heritage and Cultural Center.
Healthy West Orange Trails Connection Celebrates Impactful First Year
We recently joined with our partners to celebrate this one year milestone, and share some of the projects implemented by one of the largest grassroots coalitions for trail activation and development in the Central Florida region.
Meet Our Board Chair: Jaclyn Whiddon
In honor of Women’s History Month, we want to introduce you to one of the many women who help advocate for a stronger and healthier West Orange: Jaclyn Whiddon.
Healthy West Orange Trails Connection Formed to Promote, Activate, and Enhance Trail System in West Orange
Steering Committee to determine best use of $5.5M Grant
“Westly” Lands His Own Podcast
From pacing your fitness routine to celebrating non-scale victories, Healthy West Orange’s feisty young mascot “Westly” has a lot to say in his very own podcast.
Foundation Grant Funds Emergency Food Boxes
A $225,000 foundation grant helped local residents feed their families as COVID-19 forced lockdowns and layoffs.
Being Good Has Its Own Rewards
Our good-for-you app “Carrot” delivers its users some sweet deals and discounts.
Foundation Board Chair on Health & Wellness
Oakland resident and business owner Jaclyn Whiddon is passionate about creating the perfect environment for health and wellness.