Childhood Obesity Program Area

RWJF is committed to tackling one of the most urgent threats to the health of our children and families—childhood obesity. Our goal is to reverse the childhood obesity epidemic by 2015.

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Statement Regarding the Proposal of Updated Nutrition Standards for School Snack Foods and Beverages

February 1, 2013 | News Release

The USDA proposed updated nutrition standards. Foundation President and CEO Risa Lavizzo-Mourey released a statement.

U.S. Secondary Schools Serving Up Unhealthy Foods

July 7, 2008 | News Release

More than 9 in 10 high schools sell foods and beverages in vending machines and a la carte.

When it Comes to Healthy Snacks, Many Schools Do Not Make the Grade

October 31, 2012 | News Release

The press release regarding the release of Out of Balance: A Look at Snack Foods in Secondary Schools Across the states, a report from the Kids' Safe & Healthful Foods Project

Strong State Laws on School Snacks, Drinks May Help to Prevent Weight Gain, New Study Finds

August 15, 2012 | News Release

Children, teens in states with strong laws gained less weight as they got older than those in states without such policies.

Boston High School Students Drinking Fewer Sugary Beverages

August 19, 2011 | News Release

Following school district policy change, students drank fewer sodas, sports drinks and fruit drinks.

Unhealthy Foods and Beverages Widely Available and Physical Activity Options Lacking in U.S. Elementary Schools

June 8, 2010 | News Release

Comprehensive report examines policies and practices relevant to childhood obesity, including those required by the federal wellness policy mandate.