Health Foundation of East Texas

Partnerships and Investments

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Screen-light Summer

Summer brings the promise of more free, unstructured time — time for outdoor play, face-to-face friendships, creativity, and movement. These simple things strongly support youth well-being. We invite our community to help kids and teens make a little more room for them. 
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Blue Zones Project

We are taking part in the global movement proven to improve health and well-being for entire communities, cities, and counties. This new way of thinking and working will enhance the places we live, work, learn, and play.
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Smartphone Smart

We’re committed to creating a community where youth can thrive, and we believe digital wellness is essential to that vision. Our work is guided by thorough research and the unique needs of our local community.
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Phone-free Schools

The Health Foundation of East Texas supports Texas’ phone-free schools policy as an important step toward youth resilience. Less screen time during the school day can mean greater focus, stronger connections, and better mental health.
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Medical School Grant

Our $80 million cornerstone grant to the University of Texas Health Center at Tyler helped in bringing the fiirst medical school to East Texas.
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