Blue Zones Project

Why we’re partnering with Blue Zones

The Health Foundation of East Texas is bringing together civic and community leaders to work with Blue Zones to improve community health and well-being in Tyler. By driving long term, transformational change, this partnership is working to foster a thriving community for generations to come. Check out our Blue Zones page for more information.

Ignite Tyler — Blue Zones

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In the News

Tyler Mayor Stuart Hene and Health Foundation of East Texas President Dr. Paula Anthony listen during a Blue Zones presentation.

08/05/2026 Thriving Communities

A Different Destiny

Following a comprehensive six-month assessment, the Health Foundation of East Texas and Blue Zones launched a six-year community transformation project in Tyler designed to improve quality of life, boost resilience, and lower chronic disease rates by making healthy choices easier across local schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods.

People walking, running, and biking along a paved trail path

08/03/2026 Thriving Communities

Living Better, Longer

Christi Khalaf, Director of Community Collaborations at the Health Foundation of East Texas, explores how the Blue Zones Ignite Tyler initiative is helping create healthier communities by making well-being an easier part of everyday life.

Community leaders gathered in Tyler to review health assessment findings and discuss Blue Zones strategies to improve well-being.

07/29/2026 Thriving Communities

Video: Tyler Leaders Review Community Health Goals at Blue Zones Assessment Event

Civic and community leaders gathered at the Tyler Rose Garden Center to review findings from a communitywide health assessment conducted by Blue Zones, in partnership with the Health Foundation of East Texas, and discuss strategies aimed at shifting everyday environments to encourage healthy behaviors.

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CBS 19