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Most Recent Announcements:
New Sugar Savvy Campaign Tools! - posted 7.09.10
US Dept. of Education Funding Opportunity: Expand Physical Education for Youth - posted 7.09.10
Network for a Healthy California Bay Area Region Cinco de Mayo Fruit Video - posted 6.28.10
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Offering up to $1 million for Eight Matching Grants - posted 6.28.10
PTA Healthy Lifestyles Grant - posted 6.28.10
US Department of Education: Notice of Final Priorities & Notice Inviting Applicants to Publish in the Federal Register - posted 6.28.10
Sugar Savvy in the News - posted 6.23.10
Steps to a Healthier Santa Clara County - posted 6.23.10
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - posted 6.23.10
The Inextricable Between Food Insecurity and Diabetes - posted 6.23.10
SPARK Power Grants, Applications DUE May 26, 2010 -  posted 5.21.10
The Power of Urban Interventions: Moving a Generation - Friday, June 4th - posted 5.06.10
2011 Mini-Grant Application Now Available - posted 4.14.10
First 5: Free Family Play Day - posted 3.16.10
CAFF will be hosting a Free Farm to School Workshop - posted 1.28.10
Food Security Committee Teleconference - posted 1.28.10

Upcoming Policy in Action Trainings - posted 1.28.10

Yummy For Your Tummy with Chef LaLa and ‘Carrot Soup’ Storytime - posted 1.28.10
2010 Rethink Your Drink Initiative - posted 1.27.10

BANPAC Membership Meeting, February 23rd - posted 1.27.10
In the News: Chain Restaurants such as KFC, Uno and Starbucks are Finding that Calories Count - posted 1.27.10
In the News: Marion Nestle on The Colbert Report - posted 1.27.10
In the News: Michael Pollan on The Daily Show - posted 1.27.10
In the News: Obesity Rates Idle as Most of Us Are Already Fat MSNBC - posted 1.27.10

USDA: Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food - posted 1.04.10

2009 Announcments:
February 6, 2010 Farm to School Workshop - updated 1.04.10
Healthy Beverages Community Action Tool Kit - posted 10.29.09
Get Healthy San Mateo County Task Force (Task Force) Request For Funding - posted 10.29.09
Spanish Cooked Greens and Root Vegetables: Menu Slicks/Family Newsletter - posted 10.29.09
Garden Nutrition Educators: Best Practices Share FREE Workshops, October 28th and 29th - posted 10.28.09
Free Farm to School Workshop (postponed until further notice) - updated 10.22.09
Garden-Based Nutrition Education Research Article - posted 10.19.09
Managing a Multi-Generation Workforce, January 8th, 2010 - posted 10.19.09
Project LEAN Toolkit available - Parents in Action! - posted 9.11.09
A Contribution to the Rethink Your Drink Message - posted 8.26.09
How much does a Can of Soda Really Cost? - posted 8.26.09
Los Angeles Board of Supervisors Meeting - posted 8.26.09
Press Release on the History of the USDA Gag Rule on Criticizing Soda - posted 8.26.09
USDA resources for preschoolers: The Two-Bite Club - posted 8.24.09
Yale University’s Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity Webinar on Soda Tax - posted 8.24.09
Concerned About Your Child’s Weight? LPCH Classes Start Soon!! (Eng & Span versions) - posted 8.11.09
Encouraging Fruits & Veggies in Your Neighborhood from the CA Dept. of Education (Eng & Span versions) - updated 8.11.09
The Olympic Club Foundation Grants Available - posted 7.29.09
BANPAC Members at UCCE Concerned About Current Fiscal Crisis - posted 7.29.09
Featured article: Civil Eats Blog - San Francisco’s New Sustainable Food Mandate by Nevin Cohen - posted 07.17.09
Presentations from the May 12th, SHAPE San Jose Meeting Now Available - posted 7.16.09
“A Taste of Kayaking” - posted 5.14.09
Setting the Record Straight: Nutritionists Define Healthful Food - posted 5.14.09
Farewell to Mike Graham-Squire - posted 5.14.09
BANPAC Mini-Grant Application Available Now - Due Monday, May 18th! - posted 4.22.09
Soda Free Summer Campaign - Help is Needed! - posted 4.10.09
Play On - posted 4.03.09
REGISTER NOW for BANPAC’s March 25th Meeting!  Meeting agenda and announcement are online. (registration extended through Thursday, March 25th) - posted 3.16.09
UCCE Nutrition Program in Jeopardy (Crisis Alert!): Board of Supervisor's Meeting - posted 3.16.09
RFA Application: BodyWorks - posted 2.24.09
PA Around the Bay Newsletter: Winter Edition 2009 - posted 2.23.09
Arteaga’s Super Save Food Center Named Champion Worksite - posted 1.31.09
Food Security Committee - posted 1.31.09
Funding Opportunities - updated 1.31.09
Youth Action Committee Meeting - posted 1.31.09
Deadline Extended: FIRST 5 Santa Clara County Request for Proposals - posted 1.14.09
Healthy Communities Network Newsletter - posted 1.14.09
Healthy Youth for a Healthy Future Champion Award - posted 1.14.09
Leadership Council Elections - 1.14.09
New Address: Network for a Healthy California - Bay Area Region and BANPAC - posted 1.14.09
NRDC Announces First Annual Growing Green Awards - posted 1.14.09
Planning for 2009 Rethink Your Drink/Soda Free Summer - posted 1.14.09
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation RFP - posted 1.14.09

2008 Announcements:
Recent Articles - posted 12.10.08
BANPAC’s Youth Action Group - updated 11.21.08
Current Members: Update Your Contact Information - posted 11.21.08
Leadership Council Elections - posted 11.21.08
Mini-Grant Application Update - posted 11.21.08
Rethink Your Drink: Coleman Elementary - posted 11.21.08
Rethink Your Drink: Plans for Next Year - posted 11.21.08
Serious Play Conference: Sports 4 Kids - posted 11.21.08
Welcome New Members - posted 11.21.08
BANPAC Champions for Change Celebration and Awards: Presentations, 09.17.08 (PDF) - updated 10.06.08
Sugar Savvy Curriculum - updated 9.16.08
CCPHA: Menu Labeling of Fast Foods in CA - posted 8.20.08
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation: 5th Annual Version of F as In Fat - posted 8.20.08
Call of Nominations! - posted 7.29.08
Walk To School Program - posted 7.18.08
BANPAC/BARNN Quarterly Meeting - June 4, 2008: Creating a Healthy Food Environment for the Be Sugar Savvy Summer Events or Programs? - posted 7.08.09
Menu Labeling Legislation: California Center for Public Health Advocacy - posted 7.16.08
Opportunities to Improve Bike/Pedestrian Access, Livable Communities and More - posted 7.16.08
CASRC’s Summer Newsletter - posted 5.27.08
Public Health Nutrition Memorial Scholarship in Sally Brother's Name - posted 5.27.08
Urban Farmers’ Crops Go From Vacant Lot to Market: NYT - May 7, 2008 - posted 5.27.08
CA Farmers’ Markets Accepting EBT Cards with Scrip and a Central Wireless Device: May 2008 (PDF) - updated 5.06.08
Child Nutrition Reauthorization Survey - posted 4.30.08
Healthy Corner Stores RFP - posted 4.30.08

US Dept. of Education Funding Opportunity: Expand Physical Education for Youth - posted 7.09.10
The Department of Education is accepting applications for their Physical Education Program (PEP) Grants.  Get $100,000 to $750,000 for your organization to improve and expand physical education.  Applications are due Monday, July 19th.

Program Description:
The Carol M. White Physical Education Program provides grants to LEAs and community-based organizations (CBOs) to initiate, expand, or enhance physical education programs, including after-school programs, for students in kindergarten through 12th grade.  Grant recipients must implement programs that help students make progress toward meeting state standards.

Types of Projects:
Funds may be used to provide equipment and support to enable students to participate actively in physical education activities.  Funds also may support staff and teacher training and education.

More information at: www2.ed.gov/programs/whitephysed/applicant.html

Network for a Healthy California Bay Area Region Cinco de Mayo Fruit Video - posted 6.28.10
The Network for a Healthy California Bay Area Region has produced a wonderful video on the Cinco de Mayo Fruit & Veggie Fest at Arteaga’s Super Save Market in Gilroy.  You can access Healthy Communities Taking Root by going to www.youtube.com and entering “Fruit and Veggie Fest 2010” in the “Search” box.

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Offering up to $1 million for Eight Matching Grants - posted 6.28.10
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is offering up to $1 million for eight matching grants of between $50,000 and $200,000 to local nonprofits and local grant-makers to support promising, original projects that can significantly improve the health of vulnerable people in their communities. To view the call for proposals, visit www.rwjf.org/applications/solicited/cfp.jsp?ID=21021.

PTA Healthy Lifestyles Grant - posted 6.28.10
Your local PTA can apply for the PTA Healthy Lifestyles Grant, whose efforts are to engage schools and families to increase activity and access to healthy foods.  Grant Awards: Up to $1,000.   Deadline: Applications are due by 5:00 PM EDT, Friday, September 10, 2010.  For more information, visit pta.org/pta_healthy_lifestyles_award.asp.

US Department of Education: Notice of Final Priorities & Notice Inviting Applicants to Publish in the Federal Register - posted 6.28.10
The Carol M. White Physical Education Program Grant (PEP).  The US Department of Education is pleased to announce the Notice of Final Priorities (NFP) and the Notice Inviting Applicants (NIA) will publish in the Federal Register on Friday, June 18, 2010.   View more information Apply here.

Additional PEP Resources:
1. 4 Tips for Writing a 2010 PEP Grant
2. SPARK Sample Text for PEP Grant Writers
3. SPARK Alignment with National & State Standards
4. PECAT Report for the SPARK K-2 PE Curriculum
5. PECAT Report for the SPARK 3-6 PE Curriculum
6. HECAT Report for our Health Education Partner (Healthy Lifestyle Choices)
7. Help with writing Spark into your grant 800.SPARK.PE (800.772.7573); e-mail at spark@sparkpe.org, www.sparkpe.org.

Sugar Savvy in the News - posted 6.23.10
CSPI to Sue McDonald’s if it Continues Using Toys to Market Junk Food to Children

SPARK Power Grants - Applications DUE May 26, 2010 - posted 5.21.10
Thanks to the California Department of Public Health, five (5) "SPARKpower" grants (valued at $10,000 each) are available for California public elementary schools to implement a SPARK After School, K-2 Physical Education, or 3-6 Physical Education program.  View more information and apply!

First 5: Free Family Play Day - posted 03.16.10
This event will be held on Saturday, April 17th at Ulistac Natural Area, 4901 Lick Mill Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95054.  View more event information.

CAFF will be hosting a Free Farm to School Workshop - posted 01.28.10
Will be held on Saturday, February 6th at the Santa Clara University.  The workshop will cover basics on how to get fresh produce into schools, increase nutrition and garden education, and the resources that are available in this area to help you start up these programs.  It will also include a complimentary farm-fresh lunch!  If you have any questions about the event, feel free to e-mail or RSVP to laura@caff.org or call 831.254.3112.  View more event information.
Food Security Committee Teleconference - posted 01.28.10
The Food Security Committee, chaired by Sara Marin, had a teleconference on Wednesday, January 13th and came up with two projects for this year.  Susan Stuart will take the lead on researching Farmers Markets that accept EBT to make sure there is sufficient written documentation to post at www.banpac.org.  The group may develop brochure(s) if needed, in collaboration with BANPAC partners.  After discussion of barriers to Food Stamp enrollment among eligibles in our area, including the myth that people may be forced to pay back the government for this benefit (presumably during the citizenship process, let us know if you know more about this), Susan Algert will lead a group to research documented barriers to Food Stamp Program participation in our region (including a report forthcoming from Second Harvest Food Bank) and plan from there.  Thanks to all who participated in the call!
Upcoming Policy in Action Trainings - posted 01.28.10
On March 11th, Maximizing Physical Activity Opportunities in Tough Budget Times California School Boards Association and California Project LEAN are partnering to offer trainings on policy strategies to improve physical activity opportunities in schools.  School board members, superintendents, assistant superintendents, wellness leads and district/county office of education physical education/physical activity leads are encouraged to attend.  View more event information.
To register: www.csba.org/TrainingAndEvents/Events/PhysicalActivityWorkshops.aspx
Yummy For Your Tummy with Chef LaLa and ‘Carrot Soup’ Storytime - posted 01.28.10
Yummy For Your Tummy with Chef LaLa and ‘Carrot Soup’ Storytime, sponsored by FIRST 5 Early Childhood Obesity Prevention Collaborative is partnering with Silicon Valley Reads, Generations Community Wellness and Kaiser Permanente San Jose will take place.  More information is available www.banpac.org under announcements.  To be held on Saturday, February 6th at two different locations & times.

2010 Rethink Your Drink Initiative - posted 01.27.10
The BANPAC Leadership Council has been working hard to plan our 2010 Rethink Your Drink initiative. The leadership group for the 2010 Rethink Your Drink initiative, Lisa Craypo and Darlene Fujii, along with Mark Elkin, Jo Seavey-Hultquist, and Marianne Szeto met Tuesday, January 12 for three hours and developed a detailed campaign plan for 2010.  As with most good meetings, everyone took on considerable follow up work to make the campaign happen.  Many thanks to all of you for making a significant commitment to this year’s campaign!

BANPAC Membership Meeting, February 23rd - posted 01.27.10
Our agenda for the February 23rd is in the works & includes an expert panel on policy and environmental change efforts related to a healthy food & beverage environment.  Registration will be online at www.banpac.org the last week of January.  The meeting is co-sponsored by Steps to a Healthier Santa Clara County, which will provide lunch so the meeting is free of charge.  View meeting information and register online.

In the News: Chain Restaurants such As KFC, Uno and Starbucks are Finding that Calories Count - posted 01.27.10
Washington Post, January 7, 2010: view article

In the News: Marion Nestle on The Colbert Report - posted 01.27.10
Marion Nestle, talking about her book, What to Eat, on the Colbert Report last August: view article & clip

In the News: Michael Pollan on The Daily Show - posted 01.27.10
Michael Pollan on The Daily Show talked about healthy eating and why people show give up soda, as well as health care and health reform.  View clip.

In the News: Obesity Rates Idle as Most of Us Are Already Fat MSNBC - posted 01.27.10
In the News: Obesity rates idle as most of us are already fat.
MSNBC., January 13, 2010: view article

USDA: Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food - posted 01.04.10
Introducing the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Initiative
When Deputy Secretary Merrigan put out the call to USDA Agency heads for representatives to the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food team she asked for people with subject matter expertise matched by enthusiasm, and said "I need worker bees." The team that came together represents the best of the professional expertise and personal commitment that brings the USDA to Americans "every day in every way." View our Website.

Healthy Beverages Community Action Tool Kit (PDF) - posted 10.29.09

Get Healthy San Mateo County Task Force (Task Force) Request For Funding - posted 10.29.09
DEADLINE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2009
The Get Healthy San Mateo County Task Force (Task Force) provides short-term seed funding for implementation of the Prevention of Childhood Obesity Blueprint (available at www.gethealthysmc.org).  Download flier for details.

Spanish Cooked Greens and Root Vegetables: Menu Slicks/Family Newsletter - posted 10.29.09
HOTM Cooked Greens Family Newsletter - Spanish
HOTM Cooked Greens Menu Slicks - Spanish
HOTM Roots/Tubers Family Newsletter - Spanish
HOTM Roots/Tubers Menu Slick - Spanish

Garden-Based Nutrition Education Research Article - posted 10.19.09
Impact of Garden-Based Youth Nutrition Intervention Programs: A Review

Managing a Multi-Generation Workforce, January 8th, 2010 - posted 10.19.09
Location: South San Francisco Conference Center
View details.

Free Farm to School Workshop - updated 10.22.09
Community Alliance with Family Farmers invites you to a workshop to learn about the CAFF Farm to School Initiative (postponed until further notice)

Project LEAN Toolkit available - Parents in Action! - posted 09.11.09
This committee is currently coordinating the regional Rethink Your Drink nutrition education initiative/Soda Free Summer campaign.  Download: Parents In Action.

A Contribution to the Rethink Your Drink Message - posted 08.26.09
An athlete discusses new options in sweetened drinks –  A contribution to the Rethink Your Drink message.

How much does a Can of Soda Really Cost? - posted 08.26.09
An analysis from the Seton Hall Law & Policy blog.

Los Angeles Board of Supervisors Meeting - posted 08.26.09
At their recent meeting, the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors enacted the toughest vending policy in the state, perhaps in the country.  Learn more at LA Times News.

Press Release on the History of the USDA Gag Rule on Criticizing Soda - posted 08.26.09
The Center for Science in the Public Interest has a press release on the history of the USDA gag rule on criticizing soda and their efforts to overturn the ban at www.cspinet.org/new/200906121.html.  Also covered in the Food Product Design newsletter at www.foodproductdesign.com/news/2009/06/cspi-urges-reversal-of-gag-rule-on-soda-criticism.aspx.

USDA Resources for Preschoolers: The Two-Bite Club - posted 08.24.09
The Two-Bite Club, an educational storybook to introduce MyPyramid for Preschoolers to young children.  The back of the book contains a MyPyramid for Preschoolers coloring page, a blank certificate for the Two Bite Club, fun activity pages for kids, and Tips for Growing Healthy Eaters.  PDF of book: www.fns.usda.gov/TN/Resources/TwoBiteClub.pdf

MyPyramid Pointers to Help Your Preschooler Develop Healthy Habits is a two-sided handout that contains the MyPyramid for Preschooler graphic on one side and Pointers to Help Your Preschooler Develop Healthy Habits on the other.  The “pointers” remind parents that they are role models for their children, provide encouragement in dealing with picky eaters, and information on how to encourage children to try new foods and be active each day.  The publication is ideal for use in child care centers, day care homes or other venues likely to come in contact with parents or caregivers of preschoolers.

English version: www.fns.usda.gov/TN/Resources/MyPyramidpointers.pdf
Spanish version: www.fns.usda.gov/TN/Resources/MyPyramidpointers-sp.pdf
To order these & other USDA nutrition education materials, go to teamnutrition.usda.gov/educators.html.

Yale University’s Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity Webinar on Soda Tax - posted 08.24.09
Yale University’s Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity recently hosted a webinar on Soda Tax.  As the resource for regional nutrition issues, we wanted to share this information that may be relevant to the work of many of your local partners.

The recording of the webinar can be found here: www.yaleruddcenter.org.
The Policy Brief can be found here: www.yaleruddcenter.org/resources/upload/docs/what/reports/RuddReportSoftDrinkTaxMay2009.pdf

Concerned About Your Child’s Weight? LPCH Classes Start Soon!! - posted 08.11.09
The Packard Pediatric Weight Control Program (PPWCP) is a family-based, group behavioral and educational program.  It promotes lifelong healthy eating and exercise habits for overweight children, adolescents and their families.

It is part of the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital (LPCH) Center for Healthy Weight.  The program was created by experts with experience treating overweight children.  Since 1999, over 80% of participants have lost weight - parents participate and have lost weight too!

The PPWCP offers age-specific programs for:
• Children ages 8-12 (groups offered in both English and Spanish)
• Adolescents ages 13-15 (groups offered in English)

Sessions are ongoing.  We currently are enrolling for limited spaces.  Pre-registration is required.  The program is a six-month long program that meets weekly.  Financial assistance is available.  Classes are available in both English and Spanish.

For more information, please call Cindy Zedeck, Program Director at 650.725.4424 tel.
Website: pediatricweightcontrol.lpch.org
Download flier: English, Spanish

Encouraging Fruits & Veggies in Your Neighborhood from the CA Dept of Education:  How to Make Healthy Changes in Your Neighborhood - updated 08.11.09
Do you live near a community garden?  Does your neighborhood grocery store sell good-quality, low-cost fruits and vegetables?  Is there a farmer's market in your neighborhood? 
Download flier: English, Spanish

The Olympic Club Foundation Grants Available - posted 07.29.09
The Olympic Club Foundation provides grants up to $20,000 to organizations that demonstrate the capabilities to provide high quality youth activity programs and that have a history of achievement in those programs.  The Foundation will consider capital improvements as well as equipment and program expenses so long as the grant directly benefits the youth programs.
Due date: 08.31.09
View the Website for application and additional information, www.olyclubfdn.org/grants/process.cfm.

BANPAC Members at UCCE Concerned About Current Fiscal Crisis - posted 07.29.09
BANPAC members at UCCE in Contra Costa County have expressed concern that their organization is threatened by the County’s current fiscal crisis.  Until March 2009, the County provided 10% of their $3.2 million budget.  Without the County’s $305K match, which equals 29 cents per Contra Costa resident, the longstanding partnership dissolves and Contra Costa forfeits ALL Cooperative Extension funding and programs forever.  So far, the County has raised only half of what is needed to maintain the program.  For more information, visit cecontracosta.ucdavis.edu.

Setting the Record Straight: Nutritionists Define Healthful Food - posted 05.14.09
Strategic Alliance invites nutritionists to participate in Setting the Record Straight: Nutritionists Define Healthful Food by going to add your name to the list of signatories, by going to www.preventioninstitute.org/sa/settingtherecordstraight.html.

“A Taste of Kayaking” - posted 05.14.09
Santa Clara Co Parks Outdoor Recreation Program presents “A Taste of Kayaking” classes this weekend May 9th - May 10th.  For info, contact Carrie Grisenti, Outdoor Recreation Leader Santa Clara County Parks Department.
Phone: 408.355.2240
E-mail: carrie.grisenti@prk.sccgov.org
Website: www.parkhere.org

Farewell to Mike Graham-Squire, Director of Marin Programs - posted 05.14.09
Farewell to Mike Graham-Squire, Director of Marin Programs at Youth Leadership Institute and many thanks for the great work over the past three years! We’ll always remember: Put some crunch in your lunch J. Mike is moving to Seattle.  His job description will soon be posted at www.yli.org.

Play On - posted 04.03.09
Play On is a three day conference targeted to individuals and organizations that advocate or implement play and physical activity for youth in their communities and schools.  The conference, which is highly-interactive and playful, features a powerful, unprecedented lineup of nationally-known speakers, athletes, presenters and organizations dedicated to building the field of play.  To learn more, visit www.playon2009.org.

Soda Free Summer Campaign - Help is Needed! - posted 04.10.09
The Campaign funding committee requests your help with local fundraising for this year’s Soda Free Summer materials.
Campaign contact info in each county is below:
Alameda: 510.595.6454 tel, 510.595.6486 fax, nutrition@acgov.org
Contra Costa: 925.313.6829 tel, 925.313.6840 fax, gwhite@hsd.cccounty.us
Marin: 415.473.2612 tel, 415.473.4392 fax, eszakal@co.marin.ca.us
San Francisco: 415.554.3506 tel, 415.554.8965 fax, anelson@dcyf.org
San Mateo: 650.871.7559 tel, 650.871.7399 fax, jgabet@ucdavis.edu
Santa Clara: 408.793.2700 tel, 408.793.2731 fax, maritza.rodriguez@hhs.sccgov.org

UCCE Nutrition Program in Jeopardy (Crisis Alert!): Board of Supervisor's Meeting - posted 03.16.09
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will be considering whether to continue funding services provided by the Contra Costa Cooperative Extension office TOMORROW, Tuesday, March 17th at their Board meeting.  View details.

RFA Application: BodyWorks - posted 02.24.09
Applications must be received by Friday, March 13, 2009 at 5:00 PM (Mountain Time).  Download application.

PA Around the Bay Newsletter: Winter Edition 2009 - posted 02.23.09
View newsletter.

Arteaga’s Super Save Food Center Named Champion Worksite - posted 01.31.09
Arteaga’s Super Save Food Center in Gilroy, a Bay Area Region partner, was named Champion Worksite in the January issue of the Fit Business newsletter.  Congratulations to Arteaga’s market for their commitment to healthy eating and active living and their partnership with the Bay Area Network’s Retail and Worksite programs and Latino Campaign.

Food Security Committee - posted 01.31.09
One task of the Food Security Committee is educating community members and leaders about current issues facing decision-makers so that BANPAC members better understand our organizational environments.  To this end, the Food Research and Action Center offers a perspective on the role of nutrition in the current stimulus package.  You can find it under Policy & Advocacy - Policy Priorities - Food Access/Food Security at www.banpac.org.  View the Economic Recovery Plan.

Youth Action Committee Meeting - posted 01.31.09
At the last Youth Action Committee meeting members discussed the benefit of designating a day to come together and collaboratively plan and share youth/schools activities for the remainder of the school year and into summer/fall 2009.  The day will be divided into time slots (by COUNTY) so that YAC members can join the discussion, when applicable to their agency/district.  If interested, contact: tnbaykal@ucdavis.edu.

FIRST 5 Santa Clara County Request for Proposals - posted 01.14.09
2008 Physical Activity Mini-Grant Application deadline has been extended until Thursday, January 15, 2009.  Complete applications, accompanied by the appropriate letter of support from a FIRST 5 Lead Agency, need to be e-mailed to Joanne@first5kids.org and received by 5:00 PM in order to be considered. The award amount has increased from a maximum of $3,000 to a maximum of $5,000. Potential applicants may apply for up to $5,000.  View the original application.

Healthy Communities Network Newsletter - posted 01.14.09
The December issue of the Healthy Communities Network Newsletter addresses consumer education related to menu labeling, the role of local food policy councils, and the 2009 Childhood Obesity Summit, May 7th - 8th in Washington DC.  Download the newsletter

Healthy Youth for a Healthy Future Champion Award - posted 01.14.09
The Network for a Healthy California receives U.S. Surgeon General’s “Healthy Youth for a Healthy Future Champion Award.”  This award recognizes outstanding organizations implementing innovative and creative approaches to preventing childhood overweight and obesity!

Leadership Council Elections - posted 01.14.09
County representatives for 2009 will include:
Kitty Lenhart will represent Contra Costa County for one more year.
Linda Armstrong will represent Marin County until new candidate(s) are identified.
Darlene Fujii will represent Alameda County – welcome Darlene!
Jennifer Gabet will represent San Mateo County – welcome Jennifer!
Christina Goette, Leadership Council Chair, will represent San Francisco County for one more year.
Liz Sills will represent Santa Clara County – welcome Liz!
At large members include Zetta Reicker, Lisa Craypo and Joanne Seavey-Hultquist - welcome Joanne!

New Address: Network for a Healthy California - Bay Area Region and BANPAC - posted 01.14.09
The Network for a Healthy California - Bay Area Region office at Santa Clara County, including BANPAC, has a new address and phone number:
1400 Parkmoor Ave., First Floor, Ste 120B
Sobrato Center for Nonprofits - San Jose, San Jose, CA 95126
Phone: 408.793.2720
Fax: 408.793.2731

NRDC Announces First Annual Growing Green Awards - posted 01.14.09
NRDC Announces First Annual Growing Green Awards to Honor Extraordinary Contributions in Sustainable Food: A $10,000 cash prize will be awarded in the Food Producer category.  Nominations are due by February 6, 2009.  Michael Pollan and other distinguished sustainable food leaders to select winners.  For information, go to the Roots of Change Website.

Planning for 2009 Rethink Your Drink/Soda Free Summer - posted 01.14.09
BANPAC is planning for next year’s Rethink Your Drink/Soda Free Summer activities.  If you can volunteer a day of grant writing support to our effort, please e-mail Christina.Goette@sfdph.org. Planning for 2009 is part of the upcoming March 25th membership meeting.

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation RFP - posted 01.14.09
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is releasing an RFP to provide support for community initiatives that will increase opportunities for physical activity and improve access to affordable healthy foods for children and families.  View the Healthy Kids Healthy Communities Website for more information.

Recent Articles - updated 12.10.08
Contra Costa Times Article: Enhancing Food Stamp Program by Manalo-LeClair, Senior Director of Legislation for California Food Policy Advocates

BANPAC's Youth Action Group - updated 11.21.08
BANPAC’s Youth Action Group—conducted a wonderful and well-attended School Nutrition conference Friday, October 24th at the Santa Clara County Office of Education.  Thanks to Zetta, Karaliese and their wonderful committee for the great workshop!
Posted 11.21.08

BANPAC’s Youth Action Group—which is integrated with The Network’s Power Play! Children’s Campaign Advisory Committee is conducting a School Nutrition conference tomorrow that will be attended by representatives of 13 school districts as well as LIA’s that support school nutrition.  Our committee chair, Zetta Reicker, is resigning from her position as Children’s Power Play! Campaign Coordinator at UCCE-Alameda County to become the program manager of the San Francisco Food Systems.  Congratulations Zetta on your new position!  You have been a wonderful contributor to the Network Bay Area Region, The Children’s Power Play! Campaign, and BANPAC!  We’ll miss you very much!  The date and time of the next Youth Action Group meeting will be included in a forthcoming edition of the e-blast.
Posted 10.25.08

Current Members: Update Your Contact Information - posted 11.21.08
Please visit the BANPAC Website and update your contact information at Member Become One.  If you notice that someone else has outdated contact information on the site, please let them know so they can continue to receive BANPAC e-blasts.  We appreciate your help to keep our collaborative updated!

Leadership Council Elections - posted 11.21.08
Leadership Council elections are coming soon.  If you would like to participate, please contact Amor Santiago at Amors@healthtrust.org.

Mini-Grant Application Update - posted 11.21.08
We received a record 21 mini-grant applications and the review committee is almost finished with the process. We’re hoping to send the finalists to the Network next week.

Rethink Your Drink: Coleman Elementary - posted 11.21.08
Marin County has sent photos from their Coleman Elementary School Rethink Your Drink/Soda Free Summer workshop. They’ll posted on the banpac.org Website (currently, attachments sent with e-mails trigger our hospital’s HIPAA security filter so I’ll be avoiding attachments until this is resolved).

Rethink Your Drink: Plans for Next Year - posted 11.21.08
BANPAC is starting to plan for next year’s Rethink Your Drink/Soda Free Summer activities.  If you can volunteer a day of grant writing support to our effort, please e-mail Christina.Goette@sfdph.org.  Thank you, Christina, for your leadership of this effort!

Serious Play Conference: Sports 4 Kids - posted 11.21.08
Sports4Kids is hosting their first-ever conference on play late spring 2009.  The Play On conference will take place over a three-day period, with informative breakout sessions, high energy play breaks and inspiring keynote speakers.  The conference is designed for organizations and individuals who implement, advocate and inform youth development, physical activity and play programs in their community.

We want to make the event as relevant as possible for those of us who take play seriously.  We’re interested in learning more about you and what you would like to see as we debut this conference. Please register your interest and tell us more.

Welcome New Members - posted 11.21.08
Welcome to our 26 new members!  You will receive a new member packet in December.

BANPAC Champions for Change Celebration and Awards Presentation, 09.17.08 - updated 10.06.08
Download presentations:
BANPAC Champions for Change Celebration by Sue Foerster
2008 Farm Bill Bringing Changes to California’s Food And Nutrition Programs by Jessica Bartholow

Sugar Savvy Curriculum: For the Soda Free Summer Campaign! - updated 09.16.08
Free materials are available in both English and Spanish!  Learn more!

CCPHA: Menu Labeling of Fast Foods in CA - posted 08.20.08
Today, the UC Berkeley Center for Weight and Health and the California Center for Public Health Advocacy-CCPHA released Potential Impact of Menu Labeling of Fast Foods in California.

The analysis and the press release are posted on the CCPHA Website at www.publichealthadvocacy.org/menulabeling.html.

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation: 5th Annual Version of F as In Fat - posted 08.20.08
Trust for America’s Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation released the 5th annual version of F as in Fat: How Obesity Policies Are Failing in America report—a follow-up analysis of the annual Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Survey (BRFSS) by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  The report highlights obesity rates and rankings for each state, a review of national and state obesity policies, and concrete recommendations on ways America can combat growing obesity crisis.

You can view the report at healthyamericans.org/reports/obesity2008/.

Call for Nominations! - posted 07.29.08
The Network for a Healthy California--Bay Area Region is accepting nominations for the 1st Annual Champions for Change Awards.  The Champions for Change Celebration and Awards Ceremony honors outstanding contributions of individuals, organizations, and agencies that empower low-income Californians to increase fruit and vegetable consumption, physical activity and food security with the goal of preventing obesity and other diet-related chronic diseases.  Deadline for nominations and self-nominations will be accepted through August 22nd.

Walk To School Program - posted 07.18.08
Looking for pedometers for your walk to school programs in the fall? If you are interested, see the attached request for application put out by the California Center for Physical Activity.
View RFP.

BANPAC/BARNN Quarterly Meeting - June 4, 2008: Creating a Healthy Food Environment for the Whole Community - update 07.17.08
Download the June 4th Agenda.
TO DOWNLOAD FILE: Open the file, save to desktop, and SAVE AGAIN!
Download Presentations: Child Nutrition Reauthorization 2009, New WIC Food Package, What If?, Designed for Disease (ppt), Financing and Stimulating Change in Low Income Neighborhoods (ppt), Food system: A Frame to Improve Health (ppt)
Please note: Power Point presentations (ppt) may take a few seconds to open, please be patient.

Be Sugar Savvy Summer Events or Programs? - posted 07.16.08
Is your agency conducting or planning Be Sugar Savvy workshops or Rethink Your Drink/Soda Free Summer events or programs?????  We would love to know about them!!  Please e-mail information to the BANPAC Coordinator, susan.karlins@phd.sccgov.org.  Thank you!!

Menu Labeling Legislation: California Center for Public Health Advocacy - posted 07.16.08
For those interested in menu labeling legislation, check the California Center for Public Health Advocacy (CCPHA) Website, www.publichealthadvocacy.org/resources_menulabeling.html, which includes information on a 2007 Field Poll which found strong public support for menu labeling, pictures of sample menus and menu boards with nutrition information and a power-point presentation about menu labeling by Dr. Margo Wootan of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a national experts on menu labeling.  For those seeking advocacy advice, Amanda Bloom of the California Center for Public Health Advocacy (CCPHA) can be contacted at ab@publichealthadvocacy.org and 530.297.6000.

Opportunities to Improve Bike/Pedestrian Access, Livable Communities and More - posted 07.16.08
Opportunities to improve bike/pedestrian access, livable communities and more.  Bay Area Metropolitan Transportation Commission staff have produced a draft proposal for spending "discretionary" funding in the Regional Transportation Plan.  It includes some of The Transportation and Land Use Coalition (TALC's) recommendations such as $1 billion for the regional bicycle program, $2.2 billion for the Transportation for Livable Communities Program, and at least $57 million per year for a new Climate Change program that will include Safe Routes to Schools and Transit, as well as a Transit Priority Program.  To learn more about TALC’s analysis, priorities and next steps, go to www.transcoalition.org/c/sus_rtp/rtp_home.html.

Public Health Nutrition Memorial Scholarship in Sally Brother's Name - posted 05.27.08
For those of you still interested in donating for a Public Health Nutrition memorial scholarship in Sally Brother's name, please go to givetocal.berkeley.edu/makeagift/public_health/ and designate your donation "in memory of Sally Brother" in the special instructions for gift field.  That way your donation will be designated and combined with the existing funds.  So far, $225 has been donated.  Thank you to the donors.

The California After School Resource Center (CASRC’s) Summer Newsletter: In the Loop - posted 05.27.08

Urban Farmers’ Crops Go From Vacant Lot to Market: NYT - May 7, 2008 - posted 05.27.08
View the article: www.nytimes.com/2008/05/07/dining/07urban.html?pagewanted=1

Child Nutrition Reauthorization Survey - posted 04.30.08
California Food Policy Advocates, along with child nutrition advocates around the country are beginning to brainstorm recommendations for the 2009 round of Child Nutrition Reauthorization. Respond by May 1, 2008 to contribute your priorities. The survey can be found here: www.cfpa.net/CNR2009/survey.htm.

Healthy Corner Stores RFP - posted 04.30.08
Healthy Corner Stores Network has issued a Request for Proposals - this is a grant opportunity for non-profits working on healthy food issues.  View the RFP.

Funding Opportunities (8) - updated 01.31.09

1) Project LEAN has completed their Parents in Action!  Engaging Parents in Local School Wellness Policy toolkit.  The Spanish version will be available in mid-February.  The toolkit provides resources and tools that will help school stakeholders engage parents in Local School Wellness Policy (LSWP) implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.  The toolkit provides strategies for reaching parents, resources for assessing the school environment, fact sheets on relevant school nutrition and physical activity topics, parent education resources, and resources that will assist with the advocacy process.  To purchase a copy or to download copies for free, please go to www.CaliforniaProjectLEAN.org or call 916.552.9907.  Much of the toolkit is Network-allowable.
Posted 01.31.09

2) The January issue of the Catch (Coordinated Approach to Child Health) newsletter offers tips for healthy school fundraising events, www.catchinfo.org/archive010903.asp.
Posted 01.31.09

3) The 2009 Carol M. White Physical Education Program (PEP) competition is now open and the deadline for submission of applications is March 6, 2009. Applications may be submitted in paper format or online through www.grants.gov.  Click here to review the RFP.  The full RFP and application information will be posted on the Department of Education’s Website.
Posted 01.31.09

4) The US Potato Board and the School Nutrition Foundation are offering grants of $10,000 to purchase equipment for schools to promote physical activity.  Applications are due by April 15th.  Download application.
Posted 12.10.07

5) www.grants.gov/
Grants.gov allows organizations to electronically find and apply for more than $400 billion in Federal grants.  Grants.gov is THE single access point for over 1000 grant programs offered by all Federal grant-making agencies.  The US Department of Health and Human Services is proud to be the managing partner for Grants.gov, an initiative that is having an unparalleled impact on the grant community.

6) www.allenfoundation.org/
Allen Foundation Grants for Nutrition Education - Deadline: Open - The Foundation supports educational nutrition programs, with priority given to training programs for children and young adults to improve their health and development.  Maximum Award: Past grants have ranged from $2,000 to $1 million.  Eligibility: Schools and school districts should partner with local nonprofits to form nutrition education programs.

7) www.csrees.usda.gov/funding/rfas/fslc.html
Food Security Learning Center - CSREES announces the availability of grant funds and requests applications for the national Food Security Learning Center (FSLC) for fiscal year (FY) 2007 to support a grant to a non-governmental organization (NGO) to establish and operate a national information and education clearinghouse on community food security.  The amount available for support of this program in FY 2007 is approximately $200,000.

8) Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) - PCRM announces the Golden Carrot Award for food service professionals doing an excellent job of providing healthy school meals, especially those offering low-fat, whole grain, vegetarian and vegan options.  They are also looking for those who have established nutrition education and school gardens.  Grand prize is $1500 to winner, with $3500 going to the school.  To nominate someone, please visit: www.healthyschoollunches.org/carrot/nominate.html.

Job Opportunities (3)  - updated 07.12.10
This section contains PDFs.

1) Health Promotion Coordinator
Employment Status: .60 - .75% FTE (Maximum of 30 hours/week)

View job description.
Posted 07.12.10


2) Farm to School Program Director - CAFF Farm to School Program Director
Location: CA Central Coast, Bay Area or Davis Office
Hours: 80% FTE
Salary range: $45,000
Start Date: Late August- Early September 2010; position Open until Filled.  View job description.
Posted 07.08.10

3) Call for Physical Activity Consultants - Head Start Healthy Body
Head Start Healthy Body is again looking for Physical Activity Consultants to serve Head Start programs nationwide.  Consultants provide support and guidance to HS program staff to help them increase movement opportunities and physical activity for children ages 3-5.  View job description.
Posted 06.23.10

Volunteer Opportunities (1) - updated 04.03.10

1) The California Department of Education (CDE) will be convening four focus groups across California to solicit input on the revision of the Health Framework for California Public Schools, Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve (Health Framework).  In addition, the CDE and the State Board of Education (SBE) are inviting applicants for the Curriculum Framework and Evaluation Criteria Committee (CFCC), the committee that will develop the draft revision of the Health Framework.  To participate, go to the Curriculum Framework Web page, www.cde.ca.gov/ci/he/cf/, to find application forms for the focus groups and the CFCC.
Posted 04.03.10

 

 
 

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