Empowering Middle School Students to Build Healthier Futures

The Match Wellness Foundation Provides Grants and Resources That Help Middle Schools Improve Nutrition, Increase Physical Activity, and Promote Mental Well-being Among Students.

Empowering Schools for Lifelong Health

The MATCH Wellness Foundation supports schools and educators who share our belief that lifelong health begins with knowledge and positive habits. Through grants and partnerships, we empower middle schools to teach students the importance of balanced nutrition, regular activity, and emotional wellness.

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Quick Highlights:

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    More than 100,000 7th grade students taught through 3rd party funded programs

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    58 schools in 15 districts in NC supported in 2025, working to expand across the U.S.

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    Evidence-based initiatives grounded in the MATCH curriculum

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    Measurably improves and maintains students’ Body Mass Index and improves health within the academic year—in one school district, 86% of students improved BMI

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    Everything is provided to teachers—training, lesson plans, ongoing support, and cash performance incentives

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    No cost to schools