Partnership for a Healthier America

03/23/2026

When Wendy Foster lost her SNAP benefits during last year’s government shutdown, putting food on the table became a daily challenge.

To help, we partnered with Southern Poverty Law Center, Delta Health Center and Quitman County Development to launch a rapid response Good Food at Home program in the Mississippi Delta. From January - March, we distributed 540 boxes of fresh produce to local families.

Read Wendy’s story and see the impact: https://www.ahealthieramerica.org/articles/filling-the-snap-gap-in-the-mississippi-delta-with-good-food-at-home-2623?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social

03/18/2026

Happy National Agriculture Day! 🌱

Today we’re celebrating the farmers, growers, and agricultural workers who keep our food system moving and our communities nourished.

The work that they do makes it possible for all of us to access fresh, healthy food every day. 💚

03/17/2026

Robert Franklin spent decades feeding Detroit’s students as a school food service director. He’s retired now, and like many seniors, he sometimes struggles to put food on the table for himself.

Read how we delivered groceries to Robert’s door and 900+ families through our Good Food at Home program and partnership with . https://www.ahealthieramerica.org/articles/bringing-good-food-to-900-families-in-detroit-sacramento-and-dc-2590?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social

03/03/2026

PHA’s Manager of Nutrition & Health Programs, Amy Warne, MBA, RD/LD, was at the State Capitol in Oklahoma City for Anti-Hunger Day, standing alongside partners and advocates committed to expanding food access across the state.

Hosted by Hunger Free Oklahoma, the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, and the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, the day brought together leaders from across Oklahoma to champion food equity and ensure every family has access to nutritious food.

02/27/2026

“We believe that having greater access to affordable fresh fruits and vegetables will result in a direct correction of improved health outcomes.”
-Pastor Thaddeus Williams, Tulane M.B. Church

With more than 120 years of service, Tulane M.B. Church remains deeply committed to social and economic progress for all. Located in Hinds County, where access to fresh food and reliable transportation is limited, the church has long addressed food insecurity through its pantry. They previously served 120 families weekly and distributed thousands of pounds of free food over the years.
With support from the GROW grant, Tulane expanded its impact, increasing pantry capacity to serve over 250 families each week. GROW funding supported the continued operations of the church’s food pantry by aiding in the purchase of fresh, nutritious foods, strengthening delivery systems, and establishing a community garden on church grounds.
Now, through a “sweat equity” garden program, local residents can actively participate while gaining hands-on gardening education. GROW’s investment empowers trusted community institutions like Tulane M.B. Church to improve health outcomes through strategic, sustainable approaches that address food access rooted in local foodways.

02/23/2026

Partnership drives impact, and our collaboration with Happy Family Brands is a powerful example of that in action.

Together, we’re advancing our GROW initiative to support local farmers and food entrepreneurs across the Mississippi Delta through investing in community-led solutions and leaders like Robbie Pollard of the Happy Foods Project. By combining resources and shared commitment, we’re strengthening regional food systems and expanding access to fresh, healthy food in communities that deserve it most.

Enjoy the photos below, where the PHA team had the opportunity to visit Robbie (pictured far right) and his farm to see this work in action.

02/18/2026

Ensuring that your littlest eaters consume the right amount of vegetables is no small task. It's no wonder that only 10% of young children meet recommendations for vegetable intake. But we know that eating healthy at an early age can help lead to a lifetime of health, that’s why our Veggies Early and Often initiative is so important. It may take some time for your child to get used to the taste of veggies, but keep trying!

02/12/2026

PHA is teaming up with iQpay and the City of Denver’s Department of Public Health & Environment to pilot a new iteration of Good Food at Home in Denver. Through a new hybrid model, 450 families will receive an $80 monthly digital Good Food Card to purchase fresh, frozen, or canned produce at 50 local grocery stores.

This pilot supports our broader Good Food Cities work to expand access to produce and strengthen nutrition security across Denver. Dive into the Denver pilot and what we’re learning: https://www.ahealthieramerica.org/articles/pha-pilots-new-good-food-at-home-program-in-denver-with-iqpay-2524

02/06/2026

New state-level SNAP restrictions are creating confusion for families and grocers across the U.S. Some states now ban the purchase of items like Gatorade and granola bars with SNAP dollars, while others allow those items.

As grocers scramble to update their point-of-sale systems, families are experiencing new levels of uncertainty at the checkout.

Read the full story here: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/29/business/snap-benefits-food-stamps-rules-health.html?unlocked_article_code=1.IVA.g3C1.Znerfy0CcRzo&smid=url-share

A dizzying array of rules govern what can be bought with SNAP dollars, confusing grocery stores and consumers.

02/05/2026

Did you know that February is National Canned Food Month? Often, it's thought that canned food isn't as nutritious as fresh food, but that's not always the case. With rising inflation, it can be costly to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables. However, you can still access the nutrients fresh produce provides through canned or frozen fruits and vegetables.

Some canned and frozen varieties may contain sneaky ingredients like added sugars, saturated fats, or sodium. Just be sure to read nutrition labels and choose products that keep those ingredients to a minimum.

02/03/2026

Try out Sautéed Cabbage, courtesy of Rootswell, our work in the Mississippi Delta! 🥬

Did you know that fried or sautéed cabbage is a cornerstone of African American soul food? What began as a survival dish made from what was available and affordable has grown into a flavorful, nourishing part of Black culinary heritage. Today, it honors the resilience, creativity, and lasting impact of Black food traditions in America.

Save this one and let us know if you make it!

01/29/2026

Over the past decade, PHA has partnered with 60+ food banks to increase the supply of fresh, nutrient dense items through our Healthy Hunger Relief program. This past holiday season, in partnership with , , and we were able to stock the shelves of 14 pantries with fresh produce during a time of heightened need.

As cuts to federal nutrition programs continue to strain food banks and families alike, partnerships like these are more important than ever. Learn more by clicking the link in our bio.