Local Matters

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2016-05-03

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Ohio State University. Office of Outreach and Engagement

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Local Matters works to improve the health of children and families through food education, access and advocacy.

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IMPACT. 1: We educate children and adults about what healthful food is, where it comes from, how to grow it and how to cook it. -- 2. We increase access to healthful, affordable, and sustainably grown food and connect individuals and groups to resources -- 3. We engage with individuals, communities, and policy makers to develop leadership and build support for a sustainable food system.


OSU PARTNERS: OSU Extension


COMMUNITY PARTNERS: Amethyst, Inc.; Central Ohio Diabetes Association; Children's Defense Fund; Freedom Schools; Community Development for All People; Columbus Recreation and Parks Department; United Way of Central Ohio; Franklin County Local Food Council; Godman Guild; St. Vincent Family Center; Ohio Health; After School All Stars; Mt. Carmel Health Systems


PRIMARY CONTACT: Liz Solomon (lsolomon@local-matters.org)

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Engaged Scholars, v. 4 (2016).