The New Jersey Department of Health is expanding the Healthy Corner Store Initiative.
New Jersey Department of Health’s initiative is to be expanded to help underserved communities and families. (Photo: HDR)
New Jersey Department of Health’s Help To Underserved Communities
The New Jersey Department of Health is expanding the Healthy Corner Store Initiative, which aims to increase access to nutritious food in underserved communities, particularly for those eligible for SNAP and WIC benefits. The New Jersey Department of Health is allocating $1.75 million statewide, with $250,000 specifically for stores in Atlantic City.
The program by the New Jersey Department of Health will benefit approximately 150 stores by providing funding for refrigeration, educational opportunities for store owners, and prioritizing food deserts. Interested stores of the New Jersey Department of Health’s program can apply for funding through email, and the program will prioritize stores serving residents receiving WIC or SNAP benefits.
The initiative by the New Jersey Department of Health is funded by the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and has three main objectives: enhancing healthy food accessibility, empowering store owners through training and technical support, and promoting public awareness of the initiative.
The expansion of the Healthy Corner Store Initiative in New Jersey by the New Jersey Department of Health is a significant step toward addressing the issue of food insecurity in underserved communities.
According to a published article by WRNJ Radio, with approximately 150 stores expected to benefit from this program by the New Jersey Department of Health, funding for refrigeration and educational opportunities for store owners will play a crucial role in ensuring the availability of fresh and healthy food options. Moreover, by prioritizing food deserts, the initiative by the New Jersey Department of Health aims to tackle the lack of access to affordable and nutritious food in these areas.
Nurture NJ Campaign
In a published article by 106.3 The Bear, this initiative by the New Jersey Department of Health is part of the broader Nurture NJ campaign to promote the health and well-being of New Jersey families.
