Children are at the heart of our work. Schools—the one place that reaches nearly every child 180 days a year—serve as a platform to build a culture of wellness where every student can thrive. In 2025, our efforts produced real, measurable results, particularly in under-resourced communities: more students participating in school breakfast and nutrition programs, greater access to physical activity, and stronger classroom readiness. We know that when students have consistent access to healthy food and movement, attendance improves—and learning follows. This isn’t theory; it’s what the data and the daily experiences of students across the country show. Our work this year reached thousands of schools and millions of students, creating change that extends beyond any single program. By listening to students and designing programs with their input, we ensure that these investments don’t just help today—they make a difference for years to come. The defining milestone of 2025 was our formal affiliation with Action for Healthy Kids. This alliance magnifies GENYOUth’s impact by connecting school-level innovation with district-level change, ensuring that the solutions we implement today can be sustained and scaled. Together, we are shaping a future in which every school is a place that supports the whole child—healthy, active, and ready to learn. GENYOUth’s work is powered by partnership . We are deeply grateful to the National Football League for their ongoing collaboration; to America’s dairy farmers for their foundational support over more than a decade; and to the educators, community leaders, and supporters whose dedication brings our vision to life every day. Most of all, we thank the young people who inspire everything we do. Their voices, ideas, and leadership remind us why this work matters—and why the next era holds ever greater promise.
With gratitude and optimism,
Ann Marie Krautheim, MA, RD, LD GENYOUth CEO
Nancy Dalton GENYOUth Board Chair
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