Councilmember Wesson and the Milken Family Foundation Join "A Taste of Health and Fitness"

Honorable Councilmember Herb Wesson to Chair Event as part of National Minority Health Month

The Milken Family Foundation today announced a $10,000 grant to Foundation for Second Chances (FFSC) in support of its 4th annual Community Health Festival and 5K Run/Walk "A Taste of Health & Fitness."

"We're proud to partner with the Foundation for Second Chances and Bring Back Gym to encourage people of all ages to take ownership of their health and fitness," said Lowell Milken, chairman of the Milken Family Foundation. "Limited financial resources, poor nutrition, and a lack of access to information and healthcare make it challenging for many families to address these needs. 'A Taste of Health & Fitness' will bring programs and services directly to people who are most in need, empowering them to help themselves and those around them."

The event will be chaired by Los Angeles Councilmember Herb Wesson who represents Council District 10 where the festival will take place, and who has been committed to improving health and well-being in Los Angeles. Wesson, who will kick off the event's obstacle course, recently spearheaded a 24-percent increase in HIV testing funds by the Los Angeles City Council.

"FFSC's annual health festival provides an opportunity for our community to celebrate our gains, including recent passage of a much needed federal health care legislation, and to forge the path forward toward healthier lives," stated Wesson. Local elected officials and representatives of government health care agencies will be on hand at the event to discuss the recent legislation and the impact it will have on communities.

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Don't wait! Join us next Saturday as a sponsor, vendor, 5K run/walk-er, volunteer, participant, and overall supporter of "A Taste of Health and Fitness"! Visit FFSC.org for more details.