North Carolina

Healthier Generation's Work in North Carolina

Healthier Generation works closely with schools, community organizations, and partners throughout North Carolina to address a wide range of health topics, including food access and nutrition, chronic disease, vaccine access and confidence, and tobacco use. Together, our work is creating healthier school and home environments for children and families.

Since 2007, Healthier Generation has worked with more than 1,000 North Carolina schools and 112 out-of-school time programs, impacting over 650,000 students with our innovative health resources, trainings, and customized support. 

105 North Carolina schools have earned recognition as one of America's Healthiest Schools for their outstanding efforts to support student, staff, and family well-being.

Current Initiatives

Healthier North Carolina

With support from Novo Nordisk, the Healthier North Carolina initiative fosters an environment of health and well-being in the rural north and southeastern regions of North Carolina (Bertie, Halifax, and Northampton school districts), with a focus on food access and chronic disease reduction through school engagement and community collaboration. Our Healthier North Carolina Networking Team includes health departments, school systems, cooperative extensions, and non-profits. 

Healthier North Carolina One Pager

Fall 2023 Newsletter - Healthier North Carolina

Vaccine Access & Confidence

With support from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Healthier Generation provides resources and community support throughout North Carolina to expand access to routine and recommended vaccinations, as well as improve vaccine confidence among families and caregivers. 

Explore the Healthier Generation Vaccine Hub

Our Work in Action

Read the latest stories from Healthier Generation staff and community partners about our ongoing work in North Carolina.

Health Education, Healthy Communities, Healthy Schools, Nutrition

Cultivating Food and Nutrition Security: Meet Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Kamaria Mason

Food and nutrition security are essential to maintaining schools and communities that foster whole child…

Healthy Communities

Sneakers on the Scene: Back-to-School Events Boost Vaccine Education and Access

Over the course of eight months, Healthier Generation has partnered with Robeson and Bertie Counties in North…

Healthy Communities, Healthy Schools

Ask a Health Professional: Whole Child Health Forum Boost Families’ Education and Confidence in Vaccines

Healthier Generation continues to partner with Robeson and Bertie Counties in North Carolina to increase…

Healthy Communities, Healthy Role Models, Healthy Schools, Popular, Wellness Story

Robeson County Schools Remain Committed to Health and Well-Being During COVID-19

Healthier Generation is proud to partner with Kohl’s and local districts to supercharge COVID-19 health and…

North Carolina Voices

Hear what two North Carolina educators have to say about the impact they've created by working with Healthier Generation.

The changes have had a tremendous impact on the lives of students and staff, providing them with the skills and resources they need to perform various physical activities and live healthier lives with character.

Dr. Patricia Smith

Physical Education Teacher, Idlewild Elementary School, NC

If I didn’t have Healthier Generation on my side, I couldn’t do my job. As a part-time wellness coordinator, I don’t have time to identify resources, develop content and recognize and celebrate all of our schools. Healthier Generation has been with us every step of the way.

Kate Turner

Wellness Coordinator, Durham Public School District, NC

Your North Carolina Support Team

Ready to start making healthy changes in your school or community? Our team is here to help!