
What is the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program?
Growing up, easy access to fresh, healthy food was a consistent part of Linnea Mack’s life. It wasn’t until she got a little bit older that she realized that wasn’t the case for everybody.
To further our commitment to equity, FoodCorps recently promoted Tiffany McClain into a brand-new role: Director of Organizational Equity and Inclusion. We spoke with her about how she sees herself implementing FoodCorps’ equity, diversity, and inclusion priorities.
Last month we created a space for 15 of our native, multiracial and alumni of color to come together and build their network, set personal goals and refine their tools for how to navigate, find a voice, and a sense of safety within the predominately white organizations and spaces where they may find themselves. The … Continued
State and local school nutrition wins, updates on the Local FARMS Act, and a new report on childhood obesity
NORTH POWDER — Standing in North Powder Charter School’s garden, Desiree McGinn climbed onto a raised bed to address the 24 students who gathered around her. Onions, potatoes, kale, bell peppers, carrots and tomatoes were ready to be harvested by the students on a recent Monday afternoon.