New Jersey Health Collaborative – Morristown, NJ 2.15.18 REIMAGINING THE COMMUNITY FOODSCAPE Caroline Harries New Jersey Health Collaborative – Morristown, NJ 2.15.18

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates that 40 million people live in neighborhoods without easy access to fresh, affordable, and nutritious food options. 

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Food Access Research Accessing healthy food is a challenge for many Americans – particularly in low-income neighborhoods, communities of color, and rural areas. Better access corresponds with healthier eating Access is associated with lower risk for obesity and other diet-related diseases. Healthy food retail creates jobs and helps to revitalize low-income neighborhoods. Available at: http://thefoodtrust.org/food-access/publications 5

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Success Story: Pennsylvania Fresh Food Financing Initiative Pennsylvania Fresh Food Financing Impacts 88 approved stores in PA urban/rural areas 5,000 jobs created/retained 400,000 people with improved food access Named “Top 15 Innovation in Government” by Harvard University 12

HFFI Program Goals & Objectives Remove financing obstacles and lower operating barriers for supermarkets in low-income communities to: Improve public health Increase the availability of affordable, nutritious food Create jobs and economic opportunity Build stronger communities v 13

Types of Projects Funded by HFFIs 15

HFFI in NJ http://www.healthyfoodaccess.org/take-action-now/policy-efforts-impacts

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“Has this store improved the community?”

“Does this store encourage you to buy healthier foods and/or beverages

“Since you began shopping at this store, have you changed what foods and beverages you buy for you or your family?”

“If YES, what has changed regarding the following foods and beverages

on each visit to the corner store According to Pediatrics , the average Philadelphia student purchases more than 350 calories on each visit to the corner store

Healthy Corner Store Initiative

https://njhealthycornerstores.heart.org/

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And another important aspect of our comprehensive approach to healthy food access is the support of our regional food system by supporting farmers at farmers markets, through our farm to school initiatives, and through our healthy food incentive programs which encourage the purchase of healthy and local foods. 29

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Get HYPE Philly! A high-energy youth leadership initiative that meets kids where they are – in their schools, after-school programs, even at home. 10 nonprofits working together to empower youth as leaders, preparing them to live healthier lives and create healthier communities through urban farming, physical activity, food education/advocacy and work readiness.

Recap: Comprehensive Approach Increase Access: Supermarkets Healthy corner stores Farmers markets Build Demand: Food Bucks and SNAP incentives Nutrition Education Programming Healthcare partnerships In-store health screenings Veggie Rx programs Youth engagement Fun Food Events! Recap of what we see as Comp Approach

Suggestions for Getting Started Map your community Walkability Assessment Convene Diverse Partners Identify Areas of greatest need Potential partners Support existing healthy food retail incentives nutrition education programming healthcare partnerships Coordinate and Collaborate

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To learn more, visit www.thefoodtrust.org Thank you! Caroline Harries, MRP, AICP charries@thefoodtrust.org To learn more, visit www.thefoodtrust.org Follow @thefoodtrust on social media