Austin's bid to quickly become an epicenter of corporate health just amped up a notch. The Mayor’s Health and Well-Being Council, jointly with the city’s Public Health department, is throwing open the doors for businesses to snag a healthy badge of honor - a certified nod for fostering a culture of wellness in the workplace. The move is part of a broader initiative to promote well-being in environments where adults spend the majority of their time at work.

The push involves an invitation for organizations to apply for the MHWC Partner Certification. Those who cut can strut their stuff as leaders in promoting healthy habits, ranging from nutritious eating to smoke-free living. But it doesn't stop there. The A-listers who become Partner Certified will also have the chance to hotly compete for the title of Mayor’s Healthiest Workplaces, according to the City of Austin. Watch out though, the application window slams shut on July 31.

With an impressive 20-year track history, the MHWC has staked a claim as a linchpin in Austin's health narrative. It's an enduring campaign that claims to have touched the lives of thousands, nudging the needle towards a more health-conscious community ethos. As the council marks two decades of their well-being waltz, they're not just popping corks—they're doubling down on a vision for a healthier Austin future.

Businesses itching to boost their health creds and faith groups keen to signal their wellness commitment can find all the details and the application portal at austintexas.gov. Better hustle, July is closer than it looks.