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Our mission is to eliminate Childhood Obesity by raising awareness and developing programs that educate and inspire kids to live healthier, happier lives. Read More About the Foundation
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The Jared Foundation is proud to partner with CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Child Health). Together, the Jared Foundation & CATCH will combine resources to make a difference in the lives of children. Click for More Information
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We appreciate any and all donations made to the Jared Foundation. Please help us educate and inspire a healthy generation of children. Click Here to Make a Donation
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245! That's how many pounds Jared lost years ago. That number inspired us to create an exclusive club. Donate $245 and you will be the next Jared Foundation VIP. Read More
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Jared's Joggers is a new in-school fundraising program that encourages children to run to raise money for their schools' physical education programs. Join the movement! Become one of Jared's Joggers! Read More
Today more than 5 Million children in US between the ages of 6 and 17 years are overweight.
75% of obese adolescents will become obese adults.
Obesity related illness includes Type II diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol which lead to increased risk of cardiovascular disease and death.
The National cost to treat obesity related diseases is estimated at $61 Billion.
Mission
As a leader in the fight to help children learn life-long healthy diet and exercise habits, the Jared Foundation provides programs for children ages 6 to 14 years and support tools for parents, educators, and health care professionals to encourage and sustain lifestyle changes.
Message from Jared
Childhood obesity is a growing epidemic. I believe there is a solution; educating kids about the importance of proper nutrition and physical activity. I am proud to have my name on this foundation. Its vision and mine is to eliminate childhood obesity.