Food pantries across the United States are experiencing rising demand and shrinking resources. Guests in this episode discuss these challenges, US public policy to alleviate hunger, and how donors can support food pantries and anti-hunger organizations in a time of increased need and economic uncertainties. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360
Grantmakers In Health presents a snapshot of the latest thinking from health funders, researchers, and advocates on healthy eating and active living (HEAL) and healthy communities.
To ensure equitable health outcomes, we need to be explicit about goals, build transparent relationships with local communities, address underlying issues that drive health disparities, and measure and adjust outcomes accordingly.
Building effective policy advocacy campaigns, creating programs that support sustainable systemic changes, and engaging parents to identify and advocate for critical issues are all key to supporting healthy schools and communities.
Policy, Systems, and Environmental Change (PSE) strategies are critical tools in the battle for good health in adults and children.
Physical Activity Research Center (PARC) investigators examine physical activity across built environments, parks and recreation, schools, and rural areas—all through an equity lens.
Learning to listen to community members was a critical step on the road to food security and good health for all Coloradans. Part of the Summer 2019 issue's Healthy Eating, Active Living supplement.
Health advocates and the food and beverage industries have traditionally clashed over issues of public policy. Warning labels might help the two find common ground.
The key to getting people to adopt healthier eating habits may lie in leveraging the power of the private sector. Part of a sponsored supplement from the Summer 2019 issue.
Healthier Colorado is that state’s largest health-advocacy organization. By supporting fundamental policy shifts and engaging actors at all levels of policymaking, they are helping create lasting change for Coloradans.
