Franklin HEAL Coalition

At A Glance

Location: 

Franklin, New Hampshire

Primary Issue Area:

  • Food
  • Land & Water

Active since:

2009

Core volunteers:

10

Community Size:

8,000

Our Purpose

We are a group of community partners focused on improving the nutrition and physical activity environment in Franklin, NH. Our membership is made up of healthcare representatives, public health partners, non-profits, civic clubs, city government, media, schools, workplaces, interested citizens, and more! Our local community coalition work is part of a larger statewide HEAL initiative brought forth by the Foundation for Healthy Communities.Our GoalsOur local coalition goals are driven by the HEAL NH’s “Healthy People Healthy Places” Plan published in 2014. This plan prioritizes work that promotes improved access to healthy foods and places for physical activity in communities and populations with the greatest health disparities. The Franklin HEAL Coalition’s local action plan aims to meet the follow goals:Increase access to healthy foods and physical activity in FranklinEncouraging all community and civic organizations to consider the health of the community in all policiesEngage community in educational opportunities, and activities that promote healthy food choices and engagement in physical activity