About US
Our Mission
BOUNCE empowers Hispanic and African American families to adopt healthy lifestyles
by making healthy food choices, engaging in daily exercise, and nurturing mental well-being.
ABOUT US
| BOUNCE (Behavior Opportunities Uniting Nutrition, Coaching, and Exercise) is a community-based
program that inspires Hispanic and African American families to lead healthy lifestyles
through culturally relevant nutrition, fitness, and wellness education. Founded in 2005 by Dr. Norma Olvera, Executive Director of BOUNCE and professor at the University of Houston College of Education. Our team began as a one-week summer camp and has since expanded into year-round after-school programs, summer camps, and community outreach initiatives. We work closely with a network of over 150 community partners—including schools, clinics, churches, and social service agencies—and has reached more than 12,000 families, 90% of whom are Latino. Driven by a passionate team of health, nutrition, and exercise science professionals, graduate students, and UH student volunteers, the program continues to serve as a bridge between academic research and community wellness. We continue to lead and innovate with a mission to reduce health disparities, promote equity, and create supportive environments where families can thrive in their efforts to live healthy, active lives. |
MEET OUR TEAM
From left to right: Ciarra Reece – Intern Coordinator; Kathleen Nguyen – Assistant Coordinator; Norma Olvera – Director of BOUNCE; Yesenia Guzman – NAP Coordinator; and Cynthia Santos – Creative Projects Coordinator.
BOUNCE BY THE NUMBERS
- 5,500+NAP Participants
- 12,000+Families reached
- 24+Elementary & middle schools involved
- 22,000+Student volunteer hours