THANK YOU
VOLUNTEERS
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I enjoy the people I get to work with. Their dedication, skills, enthusiasm, and commitment are things that I appreciate, and I also feel my participation is genuinely valued.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Right Tribe
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
Community policy has a big impact on healthy choices. Being a part of Built Environment has helped my organization better understand the communities needs for sidewalks, bike lanes, community gardens, mobile food markets, farmer’s markets, and other community infrastructures that affect our ability to move naturally, connect socially, and access healthy foods.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Family First
ORGANIZATION:
Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) – Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area (CRA).
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
Participating in Bonita/Estero Leadership Committee and being a resource for my community in SWFL. Through moais, I have enjoyed building relationships with people who live in our local area which we wouldn’t have met otherwise. In addition, participating in monthly Bonita/ Estero Leadership Committee meetings are a wonderful way of getting together to share, brainstorm, provide and share best practices with each other and network.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Purpose
ORGANIZATION:
Florida Southwestern State College
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
Volunteering with Blue Zones Project allows for school-aged children to learn about healthy habits early on so they can flourish later and live longer, happier, healthier lives!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Loved Ones First
ORGANIZATION:
Bonita Springs Charter School
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I believe in the Blue Zones Power 9 principles for well-being. Finding your Right Tribe is essential for good health and being a member of the committee plays a part in that.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Right Tribe
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
Volunteering with Blue Zones Project represents everything that I aim for becoming. It aligns with my values, it confirms my belief, and the way I want to live my life and serve my community.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Purpose
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I like that I'm part of something bigger than myself, that my experience can continue to make a difference, that I only have to "show up" to facilitate (all the hard work of getting participants involved is done), the good feeling when I see those connecting with themselves during the Purpose Workshops, and of course the extraordinary SWFL team.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Loved Ones First
ORGANIZATION:
Behavioral Intelligence at Work
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I had already been facilitating workshops related to personal growth and purpose as part of my business and community service work. Volunteering with Blue Zones Project helped me extend my impact dramatically. I also love the Blue Zones Project staff and volunteers – one of the most passionate, talented, and driven-for-good teams I’ve ever worked with!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Purpose
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I get to be part of something bigger than myself, I get to be part of a community wide project that changes lives. I also liked finding out my PURPOSE in the workshop, it was GET IT DONE and that has helped me understand why I like helping orgs do their checklist, I just want them to get it done to help them live healthier and happier.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Purpose
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
My passion is wellness and I get to share NCH's journey of becoming a Certified Blue Zone Worksite.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Right Tribe
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
When I reflect on time spent volunteering with the Blue Zones Project, it isn't a single story that stands out but the constant wave the group's helpful spirit. You can count on them to be there!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Down Shift
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I love working with such amazing friends at BZP. They are the most professional, genuine, and fun people to work with.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Move Naturally
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I love reuniting with members of my former team, and meeting new members.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
80% Rule
ORGANIZATION:
Lake Trafford Elementary
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I love being invited to do Blue Zones Project cooking demonstrations for local organizations and teach them how fun and easy it can be to cook healthy meals.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Plant Slant
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
Working with the amazing people on the team! Volunteering also allows me to get to know my community on a better level.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
80% Rule
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I enjoy sharing concepts with people that can, and do, improve the health and well-being of individuals, their friends, and loved ones.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Down Shift
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I enjoy being able to contribute to the end result of a happier, healthier community. Working with the Blue Zones Project faith based community team to develop a strategy has been rewarding.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Purpose
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I enjoy showing others how simple and enjoyable healthy eating truly is. Knowing that this impacts their health and well-being as well as entire families is very rewarding.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Purpose
ORGANIZATION:
N/A
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
Translating the Blue Zones concepts and findings of Dan Buettner's research based discoveries into kinesthetic academic student based health and physical education activities for Collier County.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Right Tribe
ORGANIZATION:
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
Volunteering is what I do and I like to be able to give advice. When I was president of NAACP it taught me a lot about the importance of being involved in the community. I like being part of helping to improve the well-being of our community.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Move Naturally
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT?
I appreciate collaborating on shared goals as we are able to do more together than we are on our own. I also like BZP's community-wide approach that impacts many sectors of society and provide opportunities for each of us in different spheres to connect with on another.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE POWER 9:
Down Shift
ORGANIZATION:
UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program
