Media
Media Request Contact
Thank you for your interest in It's Time Texas. For media inquiries, please direct your questions and requests to our Marketing Department at marketing@itstimetx.wpengine.com. We are here to assist you and provide the necessary information and resources to support your media coverage.
Please include the following information in your media request:
- Your name
- Name of your media organization
- Contact information (email address and phone number)
- Deadline for the request, if applicable
- Purpose and details of the media request (interview, press release, event coverage, etc.)
Our Marketing Department will make every effort to respond to your inquiry within one business day. If you have any urgent requests or require immediate assistance, please indicate the urgency in the subject line or body of your email.
Media Request FAQ
How can I contact your media relations team?
For media inquiries, please reach out to our Marketing Department at marketing@itstimetx.wpengine.com
We strive to respond to media inquiries within one business day.
What types of media requests do you typically handle?
We handle a wide range of media requests, including interviews with our executive team or outreach specialists, details about our services or events, event participation, expert insights on Public Health in Texas, and insights into our organization's initiatives.
What is the process for requesting an interview or statement?
To request an interview or statement, please email our Marketing Department at marketing@itstimetx.wpengine.com with the subject line "Media Inquiry." Please include the following information: your name, the name of your media organization, the topic or purpose of the interview, preferred interview format (e.g., in-person, virtual, phone, or email), and any specific deadlines. We will make every effort to accommodate your request and provide a timely response.
Are there any specific guidelines or criteria for media interviews?
We have certain guidelines and criteria for media interviews to ensure the best possible engagement. These may include the subject matter being covered, target audience alignment, and relevance to our organization's mission. Our Marketing Department will work closely with you to determine the suitability and logistics of the interview.
How far in advance should I submit a media request?
While advanced notice is appreciated, we will do our best to accommodate all requests based on availability, urgency, and alignment to our mission. Our staff are located across the state, so we may need to coordinate based on staff location as well as a schedule's availability.
Do you provide spokespersons for media interviews?
Yes, we have designated spokespersons available for media interviews for our key regions across the state. Our Marketing Department will coordinate with you to identify the most appropriate spokesperson based on the subject matter, location, and availability. We strive to provide expert spokespersons who can provide valuable insights and perspectives related to your media request.
What are your guidelines for media attribution and usage of materials?
We kindly request that all quotes, statements, or materials obtained from our organization be properly attributed to us. When using visuals or multimedia materials, please ensure proper copyright and usage permissions are obtained. If you have any specific questions regarding attribution or usage, please contact our media relations team for clarification.
Are there any media topics or requests that you do not address?
While we endeavor to accommodate a wide range of media topics and requests, there may be certain areas that fall outside the scope of our expertise or organizational focus. For a better understanding of the topics we cover, please refer to our website's media section or consult with our Marketing Department for guidance.
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We greatly appreciate your interest in supporting Healthier Texas and our mission to improve access to healthy lifestyles and wellness initiatives for all.
If you are interested in getting involved or exploring ways to support our community initiatives, we invite you to connect with us for potential collaboration opportunities.
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Our Services
Free Health Coaching
Free, confidential 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 – built around your life – to help you set and achieve health goals, establish and maintain healthier habits, and prevent and manage chronic conditions. The Health Coaching Services offered by Healthier Texas in Fort Worth and the Rio Grande Valley are funded in part through the generous support of H-E-B.
Free Fitness & Nutrition Classes
Healthier Texas offers free fitness and nutrition 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 unites Texans from across the state to build a healthier Texas. This free eight-week competition challenges Texans to develop simple healthy habits like eating healthy, exercising, and staying hydrated because our everyday choices shape our health and our future. Great work to all of the 2024 challenge participants! TEXAS, you showed up and made 2024 the best Community Challenge yet!
School Health Improvement Plans
At Healthier Texas, we aim to create a shared value around health and support school districts as they work to enact strategies focused on improving the health and wellness of their educators, staff, students, and families.
Toolkits
Healthier Texas provides a diverse set of toolkits to support organizations and communities with resources to build capacity while mobilizing efforts to implement healthy change.
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.
Move Your Way
The Move Your Way campaign allowed It’s Time Texas to develop a framework for building capacity within communities to ensure health campaigns are not only evidence-based but are community-led, culturally responsive, and meeting health literacy standards.
Healthier Texas Summit
Join us for the Healthier Texas Summit, where leading voices in public health convene to address community challenges and opportunities for change. Connect, share ideas, and build relationships essential for a healthier Texas. Earn continuing education credits for CHES, CHW noncertified, and K-12 Educators. Don’t miss this transformative event shaping the future of public health in Texas and beyond.
School Health Advisory Councils
Every school district is required to have a School Health Advisory Council (SHAC). Healthier Texas provides online workshops and best practices to help create, enhance and provide on-going support to SHACs throughout Texas.
The Community Challenge
The It’s Time Texas Community Challenge is back and stronger than ever for 2022! For eight weeks, Texans come together as individuals, employers, communities, and schools to engage in a friendly health competition. Learn more and sign up today!Learn MoreFree Telehealth Coaching
As a mission-driven organization, we’re committed to making health coaching available to any Texan ready to make healthy change. There’s no cost and no pressure to commit. So give us a call and see for yourself the difference it can make in your life.Learn MoreVirtual Fitness Classes
We're proud to offer free, virtual group exercise classes in Spanish and English.Learn MoreCollaborative Innovations for Community Health
Through the generosity of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Healthy Kids, Healthy Families® grant, It’s Time Texas awarded eight sub-grants totaling $300,000 to community-based organizations who are able to mobilize and rapidly deploy resources where they are needed most within four designated areas of Texas.Learn MoreSHAC Support
The SHAC-in-Action: Partnering for Healthy Kids project helps initiate, enhance, and support SHACs throughout the state of Texas! Access tools and resources to put your SHAC in actions!Learn MoreThe Healthier Texas Summit
A premier population health conference, the Healthier Texas Summit offers informative sessions and interactive workshops, with education credits available for numerous professions.Learn MoreCommunity Lab
It’s Time Texas’ Community Lab is an innovative, web-based forum providing FREE, interactive training and support to CHCs & SHACS throughout Texas. Each month, Community Lab members will have the opportunity to make social connections with peers, learn best practices from experts in the field, and receive peer-to peer feedback on their collaborative’s work.Learn MoreRegional Workshop Series
A collaboration between It’s Time Texas, SNAP-Ed, and regional constituents, the It’s Time Texas Regional Workshop Series aims to empower local health champions with the skills, knowledge, resources, and connections to improve health within their schools, workplaces, and communities.Learn More