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Healthier Texas Begins Here
As federal dollars fade, Texans are stepping up to protect what matters most, our health, our communities, and our independence.
By Texans, for Texans.
For years, national funding helped Healthier Texas connect families to care before crisis. That chapter made an impact, but it was written in Washington. Now, the story is coming home.
We’re building a prevention movement by Texans, for Texans. One powered by local action, not federal approval. Every dollar you give stays here in Texas, training community health workers, helping families access care, and building healthier communities that move at the speed of need.
Because when decisions are made locally, Texans don’t wait, we act. Your gift fuels:
- Community Health Workers connecting neighbors to nutrition, coaching, and care
- Faith and community hubs offering screenings and support instead of ER visits
- Local innovation that cuts preventable hospital visits by up to 30% and saves lives
This is what Texas independence looks like in public health.
And it starts with you.
Give Now to Keep Prevention Local
Our Services
Healthier Texas is a nonprofit committed to addressing health needs across the state of Texas. We’re working to reduce the risk of preventable diseases while improving health outcomes for Texans. Together we will build healthier communities—Together we thrive!
Free Health Coaching
Free, health coaching assistance is just a call, text, or video chat away. Available in English and Spanish, our certified health coaches provide personalized, one-on-one support OR virtual and in-person group support to help you set and achieve health goals, establish and maintain healthier habits, and prevent and manage chronic conditions. Health Coaching Services offered by Healthier Texas in Tarrant, Bexar, and the Rio Grande Valley are funded in part through the generous support of H-E-B.
Healthier Texas Summit
The Healthier Texas Summit is an annual event, where thought leaders and health champions, gather to connect, share innovative ideas, and cultivate cross-sector relationships essential for building a healthier Texas.
Free Fitness Classes
Healthier Texas offers free fitness classes to all Texans and all fitness levels! Formats include Zumba, yoga, MixxedFit and more. Classes are available in English and Spanish.
Community Challenge
The Community Challenge is a free, eight-week competition that unites Texans to build a healthier Texas! For all Texans. For all health levels. Thanks to the more than 13,000 participants, representing more than 300 Texas communities, who made the 2025 Community Challenge the best yet!
Health + Healing Hubs
At Healthier Texas, we understand that staying healthy isn’t always easy. That is why we have partnered with local community leaders, faith based organizations, and Texas Health Resources to bring services and support right to where you live, work, and worship.
Health Education Resources
Healthier Texas works to build healthier lives and healthier communities across Texas through interactive programming and educational materials. We encourage you to utilize our health education materials as a resource and as personal support throughout your health journey.
Transforming Lives with Health Coaching
"Your follow ups have been key in keeping me on track. Because of your Health Coaching, I have been able to stay off of medicine. I thank you so much. You are a real blessing to come into this time of my life."
"Healthier Texas and its free Health Coaching program has been great for me! Natalie, my Health Coach, has been so kind, supportive and helpful. We meet 1-3 times a month to celelbrate 'wins' and 'not wins' and to discuss short-term health goals. It helps to have someone in your corner to provide support and accountability."
"Having a call each week helps keep the ball rolling. Its amazing that this service is free!"
"You are my biggest cheer leader, probably my only cheer leader. You have no idea how much I appreciate you and the impact you have on my life."
"I'm so glad my doctor referred me to these phone calls. They are very helpful. I've had diabetes for 10 years and I'm learning so much now with these calls...I like that you listen and give me ideas on what to eat. The way you talk to us, I feel like I can be open to you and not feel bad about it. It is a positive thing all around."
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We use social media to share resources, tools, and information to help you, your family, and your friends live healthy lives. It’s also a great way to join and connect with a growing network of Texans committed to making living healthy easier in our great state!
