Wellness is a choice every community deserves.
C.H.O.I.C.E. is dedicated to inspiring, nurturing and fostering wellness in communities by educating underprivileged individuals about health, nutrition and exercise — and encouraging respect for the body, mind and spirit.
Three pillars, one whole and healthy person.
Body
Education on nutrition and exercise that helps prevent depression, disease and obesity — building healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Mind
Interactive seminars that equip people to make better choices every day, improving how they think, feel, act and look.
Spirit
Nurturing self-esteem and dignity — because healthier people are happier, more productive people who uplift their whole community.
A force for positive action.
Founded in 2011 by Executive Director Jason Katz, C.H.O.I.C.E. is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) organization that aims to reduce and prevent unhealthy habits and disease by inspiring, nurturing and educating children and families to make healthy choices.
Our seminars and workshops are currently accessible throughout Florida, with plans to expand nationally and globally — bringing together our partners, students and community to collectively help each other evolve.
"Collectively we make a difference."
Inspiring healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Established in 2011 by Founder and Executive Director Jason Katz, CHOICE is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to inspiring, nurturing and fostering wellness in communities by educating underprivileged individuals about health, nutrition and exercise and encouraging respect for the body, mind and spirit.
CHOICE seminars and workshops are currently accessible throughout Florida, with plans to expand nationally and globally. Our focus is on the importance of making lifestyle choices that lead to a more productive and healthy life. CHOICE information, blogs, nutritional tools and recipes are made available to everyone on choice-foundation.org.
We believe that understanding the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and achieving physical and mental wellness increases self-esteem, decreases national healthcare costs and enhances quality of life for the communities we serve. By working with community leaders, schools and other fitness organizations, CHOICE will attain its goal of making a major difference for generations to come.
Five ways we serve the community.
Our People
Our highly professional and experienced instructors are the heart of our program. Their passion for enhancing physical and mental wellness drives our ability to establish healthy lifestyles. Every day, we connect with, learn with, and uplift the people we teach.
Our Seminars
Health problems including depression, disease and obesity are increasing at alarming rates. Our interactive workshops and seminars help diminish these risks by encouraging people to make better choices every day — improving how they think, feel, act and look.
Our Community
Healthy people are happier, more productive people. We increase awareness about healthy living and educate individuals on making positive lifestyle changes — a force for positive action that helps decrease the financial burden of healthcare.
Our Partners
We are fully accountable to impact every life we touch so that CHOICE can continue to endure and thrive. Our success is measured by the lives we improve — and with that, we give back to our sponsors, partners and ourselves.
Our Grants
Individuals who achieve their goals in the CHOICE program may apply for a grant to further their education toward a healthcare career — nutritionist, personal trainer, physical education teacher and more. Grants are furnished upon board approval.
Knowledge that changes lives.
The primary goal of CHOICE is to educate underprivileged individuals, through our interactive seminars, on how to make lifestyle choices that will set them on a path for a more productive and healthy life. Ultimately we aim for our CHOICE program achievers to use the knowledge they have gained to make a positive impact on their lives and the lives of others.
Increasing Public Awareness
CHOICE has made it a top priority to increase public awareness about the benefits of embracing a healthy and active lifestyle as well as overall wellness. By working synergistically with community leaders, schools and other fitness organizations, CHOICE will attain its goals of making a big difference in our community and for generations to come.
How we put wellness within reach.
Through interactive seminars, community outreach and educational grants, CHOICE turns knowledge into lasting, healthy change.
Interactive Seminars & Workshops
Hands-on sessions that teach nutrition, exercise and everyday decision-making — diminishing the incidence of depression, disease and obesity by helping people make better choices each day.
Community Wellness Outreach
Working synergistically with community leaders, schools and fitness organizations to increase public awareness about healthy, active living across Florida.
Education & Career Grants
CHOICE program achievers may apply for grants to pursue healthcare-related careers — nutritionist, personal trainer, physical education teacher and more — upon board approval.
Tools, Blogs & Recipes
Free nutritional tools, blogs and recipes made available to everyone on choice-foundation.org, so healthy choices are always within reach.
Four seminars. One healthier you.
Choice Foundation offers four different seminars. Please choose and contact us as soon as possible to schedule your seminar(s).
Nutrition For Life
- Nutrition choices
- Lifestyle choices
- Motivation to live choices
Evolving Mind, Body & Spirit
- Believing in yourself first
- Inner core strength = evolution
- Exercise for free
Taking Control of Your Life
- Disease prevention
- Life coaching
- Love is free, hate is costly
Psychology for Everyday Living
- Change you and your world changes
All of your choices in life dictate who you are and what you do — so choose wisely.
Schedule a SeminarEducating our youth, then working out with them.
+
+
+
+
+Educating our youth on proper eating habits and then working out with them — what a wonderful group of middle-school-aged children and their teachers.
The heart of our program.
CHOICE's diverse Board members bring a variety of expertise and insights to the Foundation, united by a shared passion for helping people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Jason Katz
Jason brings more than twenty years of education and training in the healthcare and fitness industry. His desire to enrich the lives of others led to an extraordinary track record of service — in the U.S. Air Force Special Forces Unit, as a law enforcement officer, and as a medic/firefighter. While in the military he served a tour of duty in the Gulf War and sustained injuries making him a disabled veteran. His tenacity and passion for health and fitness drove him to earn the bodybuilding title of Mr. Florida All-Natural in 1997.
Jason holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Florida International University. He has owned two fitness companies — The Circle of Life Fitness, Inc. and The Absolute Evolution, Inc. — transforming bodies, minds and spirits for over 20 years through personal fitness and nutrition instruction, post-rehabilitation training and motivational speaking. The Circle of Lifesaving, Inc. has certified thousands of people in CPR/AED, choking response, OSHA bloodborne-pathogens training, first aid, water safety and swim instruction.
Recognizing that health issues are especially prevalent in underprivileged communities, Jason began conducting seminars in local community and civic centers in 2011 — and the positive results led to the founding of the C.H.O.I.C.E. Foundation. Jason resides in Hollywood, Florida with his wife and two young sons.
Board of Directors
BBA in Accounting, University of Miami (1964); Certified Public Accountant (1967); Juris Doctor, University of Miami (1976); member of the Florida Bar since 1976.
John worked for the State of Florida Office of the Auditor General from 1964 to 1995, including as area supervisor, bringing extensive auditing experience and excellent oral and written communication skills.
His fiduciary experience spans estate planning, probate and guardianship — representing personal representatives, trustees and guardians, and preparing estate and income tax returns for many estates and trusts.
For more than twelve years, Ian has been actively involved in the enrichment and education of children, proving to parents and peers alike that students thrive under his tutelage.
He holds a BS and an M.S.Ed. in Education from the University of Bridgeport. After teaching in the Miami-Dade County Public School System, he founded a home tutoring service that grew into The Motivational Edge — a federally recognized 501(c)(3) organization reaching students in need with the help of community groups and leaders.
As founding CEO, Ian assembled a vibrant team of experienced educators committed to excellence in education. themotivationaledge.com
A Miami Beach surfing instructor from San Diego, California, and an alumnus of Oral Roberts University, Maui is the founder of StreetWaves — an inner-city youth surfing organization and 501(c)(3) charity.
Maui took to the streets to inspire and motivate kids of all ages to get into the surf and find a new pathway from the streets into the ocean — building self-esteem, creativity, athleticism and courage along the way. streetwaves.org
A native Floridian, Monica graduated from Rollins College with a BS in International Business and a concentration in Biology, then attended Barry University School of Law.
She began working for an Orlando firm in Criminal, Family and Immigration Law during her first year of law school, continuing through graduation as an Associate Attorney.
In early 2011 she co-founded Reyes & Ehrenreich, PL, providing legal services in Bankruptcy, Family and Entertainment Law across Middle and Southern Florida.
Be part of the difference.
CHOICE is a force for positive action — bringing together partners, students and the community to collectively help each other evolve. Here's how you can join us.
Donate
Fuel wellness education for underprivileged individuals and families. Every gift is tax-deductible.
Become a Partner or Sponsor
Our success is measured by the lives we improve — and we give back to the sponsors and partners who make it possible.
Apply for a Grant
CHOICE program achievers can apply for grants toward a healthcare-education career, upon board approval.
Collectively we make a difference.
Your tax-deductible donation helps educate underprivileged individuals about healthy choices and respect for body, mind and spirit.
Mail checks or money orders to 304 Westwood Cir N, West Palm Beach, FL 33411. All donations are acknowledged in writing and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Digital giving options are coming soon.
Contact Us to GiveLet's connect.
Answers to common questions.
Everything you need to know about CHOICE seminars, grants, donations and how to get involved. Still have a question? Reach out.