Program Initiatives

The CalFresh Healthy Living, UC SNAP-Ed program had key initiatives supporting healthy communities across California.

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Gardening

This page includes resources designed to help communities and educational agencies throughout California to create an environment which supports the health and wellbeing of students and community members through gardening.

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Physical Activity

This page includes resources designed to help local communities meet the physical activity guidelines and educate on the importance of physical activity.

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Healthy School Food

This page includes general resources that support a healthy school food environment. Dedicated resources for Farm to School & ECE and the Smarter Lunchrooms Movement can be found on their respective subpages.

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Youth Engagement

This page includes resources designed to help schools and community organizations support and facilitate youth engagement.

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School Wellness Policy

This page includes resources designed to help local educational agencies meet LSWP, strengthen their written school wellness policies, and implement policies that support student health and wellness.

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Community Engagement

This page includes information designed to share examples of community engagement to inspire organizations working closely and collaboratively with the community to conduct asset mapping, elevate local issues, and build on local strengths.

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