The Manitoba Branch of the Kidney Foundation of Canada invites elementary schools from across Manitoba to apply for a one time 250 dollar grant that will help them carry out a Drop the Pop Challenge for children in kindergarten to grade six.
They explain this is an opportunity for school and community staff to help educate young students about the dangers of sugary drinks. Teachers take on the role of challengers asking students to drop the pop and all sugary drinks for one week while they teach students about making healthy lifestyle choices. The challenge is part of the Foundation’s curriculum for Aboriginals schools called Our Children, Their Health, Our Future.
The 250 dollar grant is available to elementary schools that have significant Aboriginal student content, 50 percent or more. The deadline to apply is October 31st with information and an application at www.kidney.ca/manitoba.
