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Leading Health: How Every Kansan Can Help Communities Thrive

What’s the difference between Health vs. health? We’re casting a bold vision so Kansas leads the nation in Health once again, and we need your help.

Why Leading Health Matters

Kansas used to be one of the Healthiest states in America. Today, we rank 27th. This book is a call to action and a roadmap. It invites Kansans in civic life—educators, business leaders, nonprofit directors, faith leaders, policymakers—to expand the definition of Health and mobilize others to improve it.

  • Introduces the idea of “capital H” Health—the ability of Kansans to thrive, not just receive health care.
  • Names “the 30,000” Kansans with outsized influence on community well-being.
  • Offers nine mindsets for change—from working upstream to embracing bold vision.
  • Concludes with 10 Things to Do Now—practical steps to start today.

10 Practical Steps to Start Today

No State Has Fallen Further

Health is a Shared Journey

Leading Health is part of our broader commitment to create the conditions for every Kansan to thrive. Strategic partnerships are central to this effort. Civic, nonprofit, business and philanthropic organizations across Kansas are already aligning with this vision.