Overview

Be Active North Carolina, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health of all North Carolinians. Our mission is to increase physical activity and promote healthy lifestyles among all North Carolinians through people, programs and policies.

Be Active North Carolina's comprehensive strategies take into account the social, political, cultural, environmental, organizational, and interpersonal influences that mold a person's habits regarding physical activity. To create real change, Be Active North Carolina will address these challenges by focusing on three primary areas:

People – Increasing public awareness and media attention, building grassroots advocacy and an effective volunteer network.

Programs – Creating model statewide programs, granting funds to grassroots initiatives, recognizing and awarding model programs.

Policies – Advocating for policies that will reduce barriers and create opportunities for physical activity.

Partners – Be Active North Carolina takes pride in forming quality partnerships with a variety of local and statewide organizations. These partnerships enhance our mission to increase physical activity and healthy lifestyles for all North Carolinians. Please take a moment to learn more about our great partners and what they're doing to better North Carolina!

Kids in Training (KIT)

North Carolina Association of Health Plans (NCAHP)

AARP

NC Office on Disability & Health (NCDOH)

Land for Tomorrow

Friends of Dix Park

Be Active Challenge
American Hiking Society