We all know that physical activity is important for good health and that being active can improve our overall well-being and quality of life. The Center for ActiveWV aims to successfully impact the physical activity levels of our WV adults and children through collaboration, research, policy, and practice.
The West Virginia Physical Activity Plan (WVPAP) is a plan developed with the overarching goal of providing strategic direction to increase/maintain healthy physical activity levels of the citizens of WV.
Be Wild. Be Wonderful. Be Healthy. is a 5-year project promoting increased access to physical activity and improved access to healthy foods in Boone, Braxton, Calhoun, Clay, Lincoln, Logan, Monroe, and Summers counties. This project prioritizes local solutions to health-related challenges in WV communities.
West Virginia University College of Applied Human Sciences, through a partnership with West Virginia Health Promotion and Chronic Disease, is funding projects statewide to increase physical activity.
Join West Virginia business, nonprofit, and education leaders advancing workforce health through the CEO Pledge for Physical Activity. Together, we’re driving economic resilience, productivity, and community vitality across the Mountain State.
The WV Healthy Schools in Action mission is to cultivate a culture of wellness within West Virginia’s educational landscape. Discover how schools are transforming health and wellness.
The 2026 Coach Don Nehlen Student-Athlete Leadership Summit gives Mon County students a chance to build real leadership skills on and off the field.
WVU Day of Giving returns March 25, 2026. Learn how you can support the Center for ActiveWV and help expand health and physical activity initiatives across West Virginia.
Schools and community groups across West Virginia can apply for the Spring 2026 Kids Run Club Mini-Grant from Active SWV. The grant provides training, program materials, participant medals, and $300 in funding to help start or grow a free youth running club.
From school programs and statewide initiatives to research highlights and community partnerships, this is where the work comes to life. Follow Center for ActiveWV for real-time updates, impact stories, and opportunities to get involved across West Virginia.
We’re building a healthier state together, one post, one program, one partnership at a time.
