For the past ten years, we’ve been inspiring youth to complete civic action projects that increase access to healthy choices through The Healthy Young People Empowerment Project®!
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Why do we use the mini-grant model?
Many people have asked us why we award small grants and not large buckets of money. Find the why here and the successes we’ve noticed.
What is Technical Assistance?
Technical assistance can mean many things, depending on your field of work. We explain what it is and why it’s important.
What Is HEAL?
HEAL is a lot bigger than promoting healthy personal choices. In fact, HEAL extends far beyond personal decision-making.
Statewide Network to Strengthen SC’s Food Economy
There’s a new food system network with a USDA grant to create community-based solutions for a resilient food system for South Carolina.
Wholespire Announces Three New Board Members and Names New Board Leadership
New members will expand the board’s expertise in creating healthier communities for all people.
YPD youth address food deserts and access through their churches
Teens are becoming influencers of healthy change in their churches, thanks to their garden projects.
Teaming up to streamline efforts and accomplish common goals
Two coalitions in Kershaw County aligned to focus more on increasing access to healthy choices.
DEI Insights
Working to incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion into not only our organization but all facets of society is of the utmost importance.