Austin Mayor’s Health and Well-Being Council Accepting Certified Worksite Partner & Award Applications for 2026

AUSTIN, Texas — The Mayor’s Health and Well-Being Council (MHWC), in partnership with Austin Public Health, has opened its 2026 application for workplaces to become MHWC Partner Certified and apply to be recognized as one of the Mayor’s Healthiest Workplaces in Austin.

The MHWC’s Workplace Partner Certification program seeks to recognize organizations that demonstrate a commitment to implementing best practices aimed at improving health and well-being within their workplaces. By achieving MHWC Partner Certification, organizations will be recognized for their efforts in key health areas, including nutrition, physical activity, mental health, tobacco-free living, health education, and preventive services. This program is open to nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations of all sizes.

Partner Certified workplaces can then go on to compete for the Mayor’s Healthiest Workplaces Awards. Applications for Partner Certification and Healthiest Workplaces Awards are due July 31, 2026.

About the Mayor’s Health & Well-Being Council:

Established in 2004, the MHWC is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to making Austin the healthiest community in the country. The council's mission is to provide community connections, build alliances and support the implementation of best practices and programs to improve well-being. We are working to achieve this mission by partnering with worksites, schools, faith communities and other strategic partners to promote healthy lifestyles in the Austin area.

For more information regarding applications for MHWC Partner Certification and the Council itself, visit mhwcaustin.org.