Healthy Active Long Beach operated for more than two decades, the city said, offering free nutrition and physical education to residents. It reached more than 30,000 residents each year.<\/p>\n
\u201cIts impact has been far-reaching by improving food access, creating active living opportunities and building a healthier Long Beach,\u201d the city\u2019s Dec. 24 announcement said. \u201cThe loss of approximately $900,000 in annual SNAP-Ed funding makes it impossible to continue delivering the vital HALB services that promote healthy eating and living, and equitable access to wellness resources.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Community members participate in various Healthy Active Long Beach program events. (Photo courtesy City of Long Beach).\n<\/p>\n
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Community members participate in various Healthy Active Long Beach program events. (Photo courtesy City of Long Beach).\n<\/p>\n
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Community members participate in various Healthy Active Long Beach program events. (Photo courtesy City of Long Beach).\n<\/p>\n
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Community members participate in various Healthy Active Long Beach program events. (Photo courtesy City of Long Beach).\n<\/p>\n
Expand<\/a><\/p>\n A few other health department resources and programs shuttered in 2025 because of impacts from federal funding changes.<\/p>\n In July, for example, the department was forced to end some of its HIV and STI services<\/a> after losing a significant chunk of federal dollars. In September, the department\u2019s Fundamentals of Fatherhood program<\/a> also shuttered after federal grant funding expired; and in the same month, the department shut down its resource line,<\/a> citing the conclusion of temporary federal funds.<\/p>\n Healthy Active Long Beach officially ended on Sept. 30, meaning the health department no longer offers several key resources, including:<\/p>\n Nutrition and fitness education for youth, adults, families and older adults directly or through community organizations. Despite the conclusion of long-term funding for the program, Long Beach said it has received limited funding from the California Department of Public Health to help facilitate the end of Healthy Active Long Beach through April 2026.<\/p>\n That funding, the city said, will allow the health department to continue sharing cookbooks, training guides and physical activity equipment with local partners.<\/p>\n Long Beach also said it is working with various partners \u2014 including the Long Beach Unified School District; the Parks, Recreation and Marine Department; and others \u2014 to continue certain elements of the program, including Walk to School Week.<\/p>\n \u201cLong Beach joins other cities across Los Angeles County and beyond in experiencing the impact of SNAP-Ed funding cuts,\u201d the city said. \u201cDespite HALB\u2019s conclusion, the city remains committed to public health and will continue working with local partners to explore new opportunities that support healthy living.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nCooking classes and food education.
\nSchool-based physical activity programs aimed at addressing obesity and chronic disease rates.
\nAssistance to help corner markets improve access to fresh produce.
\nSupplies and guidance for more than 30 school gardens.
\nCommunity outreach events, including ReThink Your Drink.
\nFree cookbooks, recipe cards, posters, signage and other wellness resources.<\/p>\n