Author: Martika McCoy
Planning Unit: Martin County CES
Major Program: Family and Consumer Science
Plan of Work: Accessing Nutritious Foods
Outcome: Long-Term Outcome
His Garden at Turkey Creek Church of the Nazarene had their first produce distribution today, July 30th. The church gave away 35 bags of beans, 35 bags of potatoes, 42 bags of corn and other miscellaneous vegetables. Members of the church have already donated 120+ hours of time
It’s a great sense of purpose and meaning to help people that you know are in need and a great sense of fulfillment for us as a church,” said Catron. “But this whole process is not just about us. The UK CDC grant and the Grow Appalachia grant have helped us achieve this garden ministry.
The CDC’s High Obesity Program (HOP) grant funds initiatives in Martin County in collaboration with the University of Kentucky’s Extension Program. His Garden is a partnership with the church, University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, Martin County Cooperative Extension, and Grow Appalachia.
This community garden offers a source of nutritious food, an opportunity for physical activity, and a chance to address the nutritional needs of the community and improve local access to fresh fruits and vegetables. This project focuses on encouraging healthy choices by making fresh and healthy foods more available and making physical activity more popular among all residents.
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