Bullitt County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.1) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
| 2066.2) | 357 |
Number of individuals who reported they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmers’ markets, CSAs, WIC, food pantries) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.3) | 0 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
| 2066.4) | 86 |
Number of families/caregivers who reported supplementing their diets with healthy foods that they grew or preserved (community or backyard gardens, fishing, hunting, farmers markets) |
| 2066.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label |
Success Stories
A "Turn Around" for those in Need
Author: Ruth Chowning
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
In 2025 The Bullitt County Extension office began partnering with a local food bank and distribution site, The Turn Around Center, located in the southern part of the county. As a non-profit, The Turn Around Center, uses volunteers to provide food boxes and a hot meal to those in need. Over 400 individuals and families come for the food distribution center and the weekly meals served. With over 16% of the population living below the poverty line, this food bank serves the largest num
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