2025 Russell County Healthy Bucks Start June 4!

We are thrilled to announce that the 2025 Healthy Bucks program at the Town of Lebanon Farmers Market starts Wednesday, June 4 from 9 am to 1 pm! We are also very excited to welcome the summer school students of Russell County Public Schools back to the Market for Healthy Bucks from June 4-July 2!
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As a reminder, anyone ages 0-17 are eligible to receive 5 Healthy Bucks redeemable only at the Lebanon Farmers Market for fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, or pickles. Our volunteers will be requesting only the chlid's name, age, and home zip code.

Big welcome and thank you to our 2025 Healthy Bucks sponsors Sentara Health & Ballad Health Russell County Hospital! This program would not be possible without their generous support!

​Russell County Health Coalition Awards Key Partners, Sponsors, Volunteers for 2024

The Russell County Health Coalition celebrated the successes in 2024 and recognized the partners, volunteers, and sponsors who helped make it possible at a Holiday Awards Dinner on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at the Get Fancy Gathering Spot. President Dustin Keith presented a report of the Health Coalition’s 2024 programs, including Kids Healthy Bucks and Active Adults Health Day with the Lebanon Farmers Market, the Annual Russell County Family Health Expo, and wellness activities integrated throughout other programs, before presenting the second-annual awards. The awards are named in memory and honor of the founders of the Russell County Health Coalition: the late Anna Harris, Donna Meade Sproles, and Frazier & Helen Snead. Donna, Frazier, and Helen were present at the Dinner and helped present the awards. The award recipients were selected by the Coalition officers, including President Dustin Keith, Vice President Pat McGlothlin, Secretary Amelia Bandy, and Treasurer Amy Compton. Special guests at the Dinner included RCCTC Culinary Arts Instructor Jill Edmonds and culinary students, VDH Cumberland Plateau Health Department Director Reisa Sloce and staff, farmers from the Lebanon Farmers Market & Market Manager Tammy Lasley, Healthy Bucks sponsor Molina Health representative Jennifer Joliffe, Health Coalition Board members, key partners, and volunteers. Many organizations and individuals who were not selected for an award this year still greatly contributed to the Coalition’s success in 2024, and the Coalition deeply appreciates all those who donated their time, talents, or resources towards the Coalition’s Mission of “improving access and opportunities for better overall health of all generations of Southwest Virginians.” We look forward to both continued and new partnerships in 2025. Those interested in learning more or joining the Russell County Health Coalition can visit RussellHealthCoalition.org.
 
2024 Russell County Health Coalition Award Recipients
 Anna Harris Memorial Partnership Awards
  • RCCTC School of Practical Nursing, accepted by Ms. Kathleen Keen
  • Ballad Health Medical Student program, accepted by Ms. Sue Snead
  • Virginia Cooperative Extension Russell County Office, accepted by Ms. Kristen Gibson
 Frazier & Helen Snead Honorary Sponsor Awards
  • Crossroads Treatment Centers, accepted by Ms. Kayla Viars
  • Mr. & Mrs. Jim & Cindy Catt
 Donna Meade Sproles Volunteer Service Award
  • Mr. Dustin Keith

Thank you for a Successful 9th Annual Russell County Family Health Expo!

Thanks to everyone who helped make the Russell County Health Coalition's 9th Annual Family Health Expo on November 13 a huge success! Over 320 participants, 240 of whom were students and staff from the Russell County Public Schools after-school program, attended the Expo and received information and resources from over 33 community health providers, agencies, and organizations. Participants were also able to receive free health screenings, flu & COVID vaccinations, Narcan training, and a boxed meal, compete in a "fruit basket walk," and join in with yoga and exercise demonstrations lead by Kate Breimann and Kassidy Warren. Younger students also had Thanksgiving story time with Kelly McBride-Delph.

This event was the ninth iteration of the Coalition's Expo, aimed at engaging whole families in Russell County, especially seniors and youth, in improving access to healthcare and increasing awareness of local opportunities while having fun and connecting with friends and neighbors in our community. The Coalition is very excited to start planning for the tenth anniversary of the Expo, which will be a "Hometown Hoedown" in November 2025!
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Big thanks to Expo Chair Amy Compton, the planning committee & volunteers, all the vendors and community partners, and event sponsors, including Ballad Health, Anthem HealthKeepers Plus, and Crossroads Treatment Centers. Special thanks also to the Cumberland Plateau Health District, VCOM medical students in residence with Ballad Health, and local LPN students for providing vaccinations and health screenings. Thanks also to the Russell County Schools After-School program for bringing their students, Mr. Kevin Ferguson & the Russell County Conference Center for providing space, and Ms. Jill Edmonds & the Russell County Career & Technology Center Culinary Arts program for serving a delicious meal.

Russell County Health Coalition’s Healthy Bucks program breaks records in 2024!

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The Healthy Bucks program at the Town of Lebanon Farmers Market was a tremendous success this summer and broke records in number of children served, dollars paid out to local farmers, and volunteer hours donated. Thanks immensely to Market Manager Tammy Lasley, all the farmers & producers, the summer school staff, our wellness educator Kate Breimann, and all the Coalition volunteers for helping ensure the success of Healthy Bucks! Also, a big THANK YOU to Jennifer Jolliffe and Molina Health for sponsoring the program and providing the necessary funds!

Serving Russell County since 2014

The Russell County Health Coalition was formed in 2014 as an off-shoot of Diabetes Support Groups in Russell County. The Coalition was incorporated and granted 501(c)(3) non-profit status in 2017.

Our Mission

Health and wellness are critical for the success of our kids, senior citizens, and entire community. The Russell County Health Coalition is committed to a mission of “implementing sustainable programs that improve access and opportunities for better overall health of all generations of Southwest Virginians.” ​

Our Work

​The Russell County Health Coalition is proud to sponsor several ongoing health programs, including:

Healthy Kids Bucks

Children ages 0-17 receive nutrition education and $5 in Healthy Bucks to spend on fruits & vegetables at the Lebanon Farmers Market

Family Health Expo

Annual Exposition that includes health resources and screenings from over 20 vendors, a free meal, door prizes, and entertainment

Kids Wellness Camp

Annual Day Camp for kids with or at risk of diabetes, including physical activity, educational sessions, games & prizes, and healthy lunch

Farm to Table Dinner

Coalition fundraiser in Downtown Lebanon that includes a 5-course meal made with local ingredients grown & raised in Southwest Virginia

Outdoor Recreation

Promoting physical activity and expanding outdoor recreation opportunities, including the Cleveland Recreation Center Disc Golf Course

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Meetings are held on the second Friday of odd-numbered month in the boardroom of Russell County Hospital, 58 Carroll Street, Lebanon, VA.
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