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Examining the impact of school gardens on participating youths' physical activity
The Foundation's Active Living Research program was designed to support investigator-initiated research to identify and assess structural, environmental, and policy changes with the potential to increase population levels of physical activity.The purpose of this project is to study the effects of school gardens on physical activity for New York State school students in 4th - 5th grades. Data will be collected pre- and post-installation of school gardens. Student physical activity levels will be measured using self-report questionnaire, accelerometer, and direct observation. Deliverables will include article publications, research briefs, and various presentations to disseminate research findings. All policy-related communications will be created in collaboration with the Foundation's communications staff and consultants. No Foundation funds will be used for lobbying purposes.
Grant Details
Amount Awarded $150,000.00
Awarded on: 11/17/2011
Time frame: 1/1/2012 - 6/30/2013
Grant Number: 69550
Grantee
Cornell University Office of Sponsored Programs
East Hill Plaza
373 Pine Tree Road
Ithaca, NY, 14850-2820
607-255-5014
Website
Nancy M. Wells
Project Director
607-254-6330
Email