Healthy Heroes Pittsburgh (HHP) aims to promote the healthfulness and longevity of low-income Pittsburgh neighborhoods by fulfilling the unmet need for quality education on nutrition and fitness. The team will host interactive workshops for children ages 5-7 and their parents to learn the foundations of keeping physically and mentally fit. Lessons topics can include whole food meal preparation, analyzing nutrition labels/ingredients, minimizing screen-time, and practicing mindfulness. The curriculum is distinct in that it is tailored to the needs of the Pittsburgh public, carefully considering local food access, budgets, and work schedules. Information provided is backed by scientific research, incorporating recent and relevant findings. These sessions will be delivered in the fall in city community centers and will be facilitated by a group of undergraduates with backgrounds in health sciences, education, and social work. They will keep children engaged using a combination of group activities and breakout sessions, as well as kid-friendly yoga and hip-hop dance workouts. Parents are invited to join and are given resources regarding local food suppliers, organizations, and government assistance programs.

Madison will be focusing on outreach in the form of newsletters that can supplement the information that is being provided during information sessions. The newsletters will include a summary of the information provided in the sessions along with additional resources for individuals to access.