This webinar is free to mParks members. Grant Mastery: Leveraging the Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyles Grant for Michigan ParksJoin us for an engaging webinar exploring the Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyles Grant from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund! Tailored for park and recreation professionals, this session will delve into how this funding opportunity can support initiatives that better your community.
Discover practical strategies for aligning your projects with the grant’s priorities, including reducing health disparities, fostering health-focused environments, and improving access to nutritious food and physical activity. Learn how to position your grant proposal for success and hear tips on using this funding as a springboard to secure additional resources from other local, state, or national funders.
Whether you're planning a new program or enhancing an existing initiative, this webinar will equip you with insights and tools to maximize the impact of your efforts.
Who Should Attend:
- Park and recreation professionals
- Community leaders focused on health and wellness
- Grant writers and program developers
Key Takeaways:- An overview of the Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyles Grant’s purpose and requirements
- Examples of how parks and recreation can align with the grant’s goals
- Strategies for leveraging grant funds to attract additional investments
Learning how to unlock your team's potential through empowerment and distinct culture change from traditional government. Power and Empowerment are not just buzzwords of the day, but can be an effective leadership strategy to move your team into action. Consider registering for the second part of this topic on January 24.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyles Grant’s goals, eligibility requirements, and funding priorities, enabling them to align their initiatives effectively with the grant’s objectives.
- Develop practical strategies to use the grant as a foundation for leveraging additional funding from other sources, amplifying their program's impact and sustainability.
- Learn real-world examples and best practices from successful park and recreation initiatives, equipping them with actionable insights to design and implement effective, health-focused programs.
Speakers: Dr. Tayo Moss - Policy & Program Officer, Michigan Health Endowment Fund
Tayo Moss, Ph.D., serves as the Policy & Program Officer for the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, where he is dedicated to enhancing access to and the quality of health and wellness programs. With over 8 years of experience, Tayo has developed innovative health policies for underserved communities and managed the distribution of over $28 million in grant funding. His impact extends beyond policy development; during his tenure in the legislature, he collaborated with legislators and constituents to advance impactful health initiatives.
Tayo's academic background includes a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Michigan State University, and his professional expertise spans various disciplines within health and policy, including health policy and regulations, legislation, government affairs, program management, grant management, lobbying, and research.
Prior to his current role, Tayo served in the Michigan House of Representatives as a policy advisor, focusing on health insurance and transportation. Before his legislative work, he was a contract and grant analyst for Michigan State University. Tayo also sits on the board of directors for the Sparrow Health System Foundation, where he plays a crucial role in the Health System's lifecycle by mobilizing resources and raising community awareness.
Tayo holds a bachelor's degree from Ferris State University, where he was a college football player (linebacker), and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Michigan State University.
THIS WEBINAR IS ELIGIBLE FOR .1 CEU (CPRP/E) (Pending Approval)Webinar Series Sponsor:
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