Partners
- NRPA: The Mission of the National Recreation and Park Association is "To advance parks, recreation and environmental conservation efforts that enhance the quality of life for all people." Since 1998, the USTA and NRPA have been strategic partners in promoting both the sport of tennis and increasing the support for and visibility of park and recreation agencies nationwide. There are now over 1300 agencies recognized as Tennis in the Parks agencies and receive tennis resources to support programming, infrastructure and advocacy efforts.
- NCPPA: The National Coalition for Promoting Physical Activity's mission is to unite the strengths of public, private, and industry efforts into collaborative partnerships that inspire and empower all Americans to lead more physically active lifestyles.
- The Afterschool Alliance is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of afterschool programs and advocating for quality, affordable programs for all children. It is supported by a group of public, private and nonprofit organizations that share the Alliance's vision of ensuring that all children have access to afterschool programs by 2010. www.afterschoolalliance.org
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CASE is committed to building partnerships, providing resources, leadership and training that support quality after-school programs in Harris County, Texas (Houston Area). CASE is moving forward to increase the number of after-school programs and the capacity of existing after-school programs and to improve the quality of after-school programs in Houston/Harris County. www.hcde-texas.org/case/
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The Providence After School Alliance is a public/private venture that is working to expand and improve the quality of after school opportunities for the youth of Providence by building a system of after school supports. This system will provide access for all youth in the City to high quality after school programs and learning opportunities. www.mypasa.org
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The DC Children and Youth Investment Trust Corporation was formed in June 1999 as a 501(c)(3) organization to link public and private resources, creativity and commitment to address strategically, the long term needs of children, youth and families in the District of Columbia. www.cyitc.org
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New Jersey After 3, Inc., formed in 2004, is the nation's first statewide public/private partnership to fund after school programs. New Jersey After 3 is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization established as a public-private partnership to make resources available to after-school programs throughout New Jersey. With a dedicated Board of Trustees drawn from business, education and other non-profits, NJA3 is uniquely positioned to identify and attract resources, both public and private, to high quality after-school programs. www.njafter3.org
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The America's Promise Alliance is the nation's largest multi-sector collaborative dedicated to the well-being of children and youth. Our Alliance partners dedicate themselves to working together for the success of our young people, using the Five Promises framework to shape their efforts and improve the odds for youth. www.americaspromise.org
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First Focus: First Focus is a bipartisan advocacy organization launched by the America's Promise Alliance that is committed to making children and their families a priority in federal policy and budget decisions. First Focus takes a unique approach to children's advocacy, working in a bipartisan manner to bring traditional and non-traditional groups together in support of policy efforts relating to children and families, including prominent private-sector partners of the America's Promise Alliance.
Federal budget and policy decisions have real and immediate effects on the lives of America's children. Yet the needs of our children are not always foremost on the federal agenda. First Focus works in three major issue areas relating to children - healthcare, education, and family economics. The organization actively engages Members of Congress, their staffs, and the media to bring legislative priorities to the forefront of the national political debate. For more information, please visit www.FirstFocus.net
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SGMA, the trade association of leading industry sports and fitness brands, enhances industry vitality and fosters sports and fitness participation through public policy, research, and thought leadership. SGMA produces signature industry events including the Sports + Technology Convergence, Industry Leaders Summit and National Health-through-Fitness Day on Capitol Hill. www.sgma.com
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PHIT: SGMA's promotion of tax incentives to encourage increased physical activity in America has been well received in Congress. SGMA is pleased that there is little opposition to the Personal Health Investment Today Act (PHIT) in concept; however there are some reservations about the audience PHIT would serve if passed as written. The current legislation would allow individuals to dedicate up to $1,000 annually from existing pre-tax medical accounts to pay for physical activities and related expenses. The new majority in Congress wants to ensure all Americans enjoy the tax benefits proposed by PHIT, not just those who have access to pre-tax medical accounts. www.getphit.sgma.com
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Shaping America's Health: Association for Weight Management and Obesity Prevention works to bring focus, clarity, and resources to the health care challenges posed by excess weight and obesity. The serious health consequences of being overweight or obese have just recently begun to receive the attention they deserve. There is growing awareness that being overweight or obese is linked to increased risks of diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and many forms of cancer, among other serious diseases. www.obesityprevention.org
