The Oregon Department of Education, the Nutrition Council of Oregon, the Oregon Dairy and Nutrition Council, and OregonASK team up yearly to reward exemplary School & Afterschool Programs for creating and sustaining a culture of wellness for youth and staff.
As winners of these awards they receive the following:
- School Programs selected will receive statewide recognition, a personalized plaque, and a custom banner, as well as a $2,500 award to be used to further nutrition, physical activity and/or other wellness efforts within their school.
- Afterschool Programs selected will receive statewide recognition, a personalized plaque, and a custom banner, as well as a $1,000 award to be used to further nutrition, physical activity and/or other wellness efforts within their program.
The Oregon Dairy and Nutrition Council provides the cash award and a recognition banner for each winner.