(Chelsea Update would like to thank Ashley Tomasi for the information and photos in this story.)
The Chelsea Friends and Family Wellness Coalition is seeking proposals for projects and programs that will help create a culture of wellness in Chelsea. This year, there is a focus on projects centering on infrastructure and physical activity.
The coalition, one of five that the 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (formally the Chelsea-Area Wellness Foundation) has empowered, is made up of community members and organizations that meet monthly to work together to support initiatives that fit into four key elements:
- Move More
- Eat Better
- Connect with Others
- Avoid unhealthy substances
“The coalition develops yearly plans which incorporate projects and programs to promote wellness in the Chelsea community,” said Coalition Coordinator Ashley Tomasi. “For this year’s funding cycle the coalition would like to incorporate physical activity programs and infrastructure projects, for example bike racks and playgrounds, into their plan.”
Since 2011, the Coalition has granted over $400,000 to help fund 22 programs, such as Camp Gabika, Run for the Rolls, and SRSLY Chelsea.
Projects should focus on one or more of the above elements, should be measurable, demonstrate fiscal responsibility, and have an important impact on Friends and Family Wellness.
The deadline for 2016-2017 cycle is Dec. 1. Proposals will be considered for inclusion in the plan by the Chelsea Plan Team. Final consideration of the plan will be conducted by the 5 Healthy Towns Foundation’s Committee for Strategic Impact and Board of Directors in May of 2016.
The coalition is also seeking community members that would like to serve on the Plan Team, evaluating proposals and making recommendations. This is a three-to-four meeting commitment. Those interested should have an understanding of the coalition’s goals.
For more information about the application process, Plan Team, or to view previous plans go to www.5healthytowns.org or email [email protected].
