Partnering to Promote Food Security - Virginia Fresh Match

Jun 17, 2022 Across Virginia, SNAP-Ed helps promote SNAP match programs at SNAP-accepting farmers markets. To do this, Virginia SNAP-Ed formed a partnership with Virginia Fresh Match and the Virginia Farmers Market Association. These collaborations contributed to increased sales and SNAP redemption at farmers markets. 

Promoting SNAP Redemption at Farmers Markets in Spotsylvania, Virginia

Jul 27, 2023 In Spotsylvania, Virginia, a SNAP-Ed partnership led to increased redemption of SNAP benefits at local farmers markets!

Shop Smart, Eat Smart Virginia

Aug 10, 2023 In 2018, a SNAP-Ed Extension Agent in southwest Virginia, from Shop Smart, Eat Smart, cold called a store manager hoping to start a partnership. Looking back, the Extension Agent thought this approach may have been overwhelming for the store manage, but it worked!

SNAP-Ed Spearheads Community Gardens in Page County, Virginia

Jul 26, 2023 Virginia SNAP-Ed, as part of Virginia Cooperative Extension, played a central role in establishing 3 community gardens in central Virginia. The gardens came to life through the efforts of a coalition with the Page Alliance for Community Action (PACA).

The Food Security Project

Mar 26, 2015 The Food Security Project takes a multifaceted approach to improving local food access for low-income individuals and families in Virginia. While the program includes a direct education approach, environmental initiatives are an important aspect of the program.

Virginia Family Nutrition Program

Mar 26, 2015 The Virginia Family Nutrition Program is a comprehensive nutrition education program offered in a variety of settings to both youth and adult audiences. It has resulted in significant dietary behavior change as well as positive nutrition messages.

Virginia SNAP-Ed and Food Pantry Partnerships – Working Together to Support Food Security and Healthy Eating

May 03, 2022

Summary
Virginia SNAP-Ed developed a variety of nutrition education resources to encourage people to eat the nutritious foods, particularly the fresh vegetables, offered by local food pantries.