4 Incredible Ways SNAP Helps People
The federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program provides temporary support to help people and families afford food. But SNAP b…
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UPDATE: Health Equity Report Card Covers Child Opportunity, Location Affordability, Transit Access
We have updated our Salud America! Health Equity Report Card to cover your county’s child opportunity score, environmental justice score, location a…
Feeding Fort Worth with the FunkyTown Fridge
Kendra Richardson worried if her neighbors in Fort Worth, Texas, would have enough food as the COVID-19 pandemic worsened nutrition security, healthca…
7 Actions You Can Take for Earth Day
On April 22, let’s celebrate Earth Day! Earth Day honors the achievements of the environmental movement and urges for protection of our planet’s n…
Comment Now to Expand Free School Meals for All Students!
The USDA is seeking comments on a proposed rule to increase the number of high-poverty schools that can offer free school meals for all students. The …
How WIC Can Help Address the Maternal Mortality Crisis
Despite the heaviest spending on healthcare, the US has the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations. Unfortunately, this historic tren…
#SaludTues Tweetchat 5/2/23: How to Create Food Equity
Many Latino families struggle to get enough food to feed their families. They often face hunger. Even if they do get enough food, what they have is of…
Comment Now: Support Kids with More Nutritious School Meals!
The USDA is proposing stronger nutrition standards for school meals to give kids the right balance of nutrients for healthy and appealing meals. The n…
Why Aren’t Children Eating Enough Fruits and Vegetables?
Nutritious food is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle for children. However, a February 2023 CDC report shows that many children ages 1-5 are no…
What Does ‘Food Equity’ Look Like in Your Neighborhood?
A nutritious diet is essential for good health. But many vulnerable populations, such as Latinos, struggle to access and afford healthy food. To help,…