OUR PROGRAM WHY
1 in 5 youth in the United States are obese, with African-American & Latino youth carrying the highest obesity rates, which significantly increases risk for type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
South Carolina, ranks 9th in the nation with over 20% of youth ages 10-17 experiencing obesity and 17% of SC high school students living with obesity, while North Carolina ranks 10th in the nation with over 19.8% of youth ages 10-17 experiencing obesity and 15.4% of NC high school students living with obesity.
With a focus on on combating childhood obesity with culturally resonant plant based nutrition, mentorship and fitness education in disproportionately impacted communities, our EDD Fit and Fuel Tennis program promotes improved wellness through BIPOC-led education and engagement.
