Food Access
Healthy eating is often viewed as a personal choice, but it’s important to recognize that access to nutritious foods can be heavily influenced by issues of equity. Economic factors, such as income levels and food prices, play a significant role in what options are available to people. For some, the cost of healthier food choices may be prohibitive, leading to a diet high in cheaper, processed alternatives that can negatively impact health. Thankfully the Monadnock Food Acces Alliance is working to change that.
Monadnock Food Access Alliance Workgroup
The Monadnock Food Access Alliance is dedicated to ensuring that all community members, regardless of income, can access fresh, locally grown produce. By partnering with local farms and food suppliers, the Alliance is making a meaningful impact in addressing food insecurity and increasing access to healthy fresh food options across the Monadnock region.
Objective: Increase the health and well-being of Monadnock residents experiencing food insecurity
by improving access to food.
Key Results:
Increase enrollment in 5 identified nutrition programs* by 10%. (*SNAP/EBT, Granite State Market Match, Double Up Food Bucks, Monadnock Farm Share, SNAP Farm Share)
Grow charitable food donations by 10%.
Create sustainable infrastructure for the Monadnock Mobile Food Pantry program in Winchester, Gilsum, Fitzwilliam, and Richmond.