Healthy Utah Community Designation: In 2021, we helped Kanab achieve the state-level Healthy Utah Community designation recognizing health-promoting programs and infrastructure in our community. We maintained/renewed our designation in 2024 via the continuation of our programming.
Learn more about the designation here.
Healthy Kane County Foundation
HEY, WE'RE THE
Where we live, work, and play has a significant impact on our health. Cities and towns can help to improve local health conditions in a way that helps all residents reach their full potential and live healthy lives. That’s our goal!
HERE’S WHAT WE DO
01.
EDUCATION
By providing education on how to live a healthier life, we can move forward toward greater well-being, individually and as a community.
02.
EVENTS
Our free events are a great way to build skills, engage in healthy activity, and connect with others.
03.
SUPPORT
We partner with other organizations and agencies in the county to reach our goals for a healthier community!
Our Board
Neak Loucks, PhD
Favorite Physical Activity: Trail running with their dog
Favorite Way to Connect with Others: Participating in theater and dance
Favorite Mental/Emotional Health Booster: Embrace the inner lizard and sit or walk in the sun!
Executive Director
Calli Kelly
Executive Director of the Kane Education Foundation
Board Chair
Favorite Local Trail: Buckskin Gulch
Favorite Mental/Emotional Health Booster: A walk in the sunshine around Jackson Flat Reservoir
Vice Chair
Elizabeth Davis
Extension Associate Professor Utah State University
Favorite Way to Boost Health: Spending time outside
Favorite Healthy Snack: Raw veggies
Favorite Way to Connect with Others: Conversing over food & drink
Board Member
Brittney Johnson, MDA, RDN, LD
Kane County Hospital
Favorite Physical Activity: Lifting weights and running
Favorite Healthy Snack: Greek yogurt with berries and pumpkin seeds
Favorite Way to Boost Mental/Emotional Health: Meditation and Religious Worship
Treasurer
Kurt Loveless
Chief Executive Officer, Kane County Hospital
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