Food and Nutrition Service

DHK Wellness Strategies Expands Healthy Youth Project Through $97,000 Grant from USDA's Farm to School Implementation Program

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

DALLAS, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DHK Wellness Strategies, a leading wellness initiative in Dallas led by Debra Peek-Haynes, also the first lady of Friendship West Baptist Church, has been awarded a generous grant of $97,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant. This significant grant will propel the progress of the groundbreaking Healthy Youth Project, in collaboration with Dallas ISD. The project is focused on four schools within the Model of Excellence cluster, comprising one middle school and three high schools.

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  • This significant grant will propel the progress of the groundbreaking Healthy Youth Project, in collaboration with Dallas ISD.
  • The project is focused on four schools within the Model of Excellence cluster, comprising one middle school and three high schools.
  • Through this grant, DHK Wellness Strategies plans to extend the comprehensive Farm to School program to approximately eight elementary, middle and high schools located in food desert communities.
  • DHK Wellness Strategies warmly welcomes donations to support its various programs aimed at enriching the lives of economically disadvantaged children and adults.

Next Level Performance Continues Tradition of Service to Community

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Next Level Performance, as a contributing supporter of the Community Food Bank of New Jersey (CFBNJ), recently participated in CFBNJ's Women Fighting Hunger Luncheon to help raise awareness about food insecurities among children, college students, and families in the state.

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  • Next Level proudly contributes to the CFBNJ who distributes over 100 tons of food every year to those in need.
  • Giving back perfectly aligns with the company's CARES Values—Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Ethical Behavior, and Service to clients, teammates, and communities.
  • Next Level teammates also recently gathered for the company's annual HOPE Week drive, dedicating time and resources to serve community organizations in the New Jersey area and beyond.
  • "Today, Next Level is a coast-to-coast organization, with teammates in many communities," said Next Level Performance's President, Dave Dittman.

Albertsons Companies Launches Nutrition Insights to Sincerely Health™ Platform

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE:ACI) is excited to share the latest digital enhancement to its Sincerely Health platform, a nutrition insights tool that measures grocery purchases based on the serving recommendations of USDA’s MyPlate guidance.

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  • Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE:ACI) is excited to share the latest digital enhancement to its Sincerely Health platform, a nutrition insights tool that measures grocery purchases based on the serving recommendations of USDA’s MyPlate guidance.
  • The Nutrition Insights functionality within Sincerely Health advances the company’s commitment to the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health by empowering customers with actionable nutrition information and nutritious meal solutions.
  • The Sincerely Health digital health and wellness platform is available on 16 grocery apps and websites including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Shaw’s, Jewel-Osco, Acme, Tom Thumb and more.
  • Click here for a demonstrational video on the new nutrition insights feature recently added to Sincerely Health.

INSTACART BECOMES FIRST GROCERY MARKETPLACE TO ACCEPT SNAP ONLINE IN ALL 50 STATES

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced that Electronic Benefits Transfer for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (EBT SNAP) can now be used to buy groceries online via Instacart in every state, making Instacart the first and only online grocery marketplace to accept SNAP in all 50 states and Washington D.C. The company recently launched online SNAP acceptance in Alaska with Albertsons Companies banner Safeway, completing the commitment Instacart made in 2022 as part of the launch of its Instacart Health initiative and the White House National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition and Health to bring SNAP online in all 50 states this year.

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  • Instacart now offers online SNAP acceptance from more than 120 retail banners across more than 10,000 stores, more than any other online grocery marketplace.
  • By expanding online SNAP acceptance to all 50 states, we're delivering on our mission by modernizing access and connecting more communities to affordable and nutritious foods," said Dani Dudeck, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Instacart.
  • Instacart first brought SNAP online in 2020, working closely with USDA FNS to pioneer the retail onboarding process and expand access to online SNAP payments across the country.
  • Through the program, anyone who has used an EBT SNAP card to purchase groceries on Instacart can get Instacart+ for 50% off (terms apply).

USDA FNS Certifies Wynshop for SNAP/EBT Payments Online

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Monday, July 17, 2023

MIAMI, July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wynshop, the leading provider of digital commerce and fulfillment solutions for local store-based retailers, announced today that it is now a USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) approved SNAP/EBT payments processing partner, through Aurus. Wynshop can now facilitate expedited processing of FNS procedures for any retailers who wish to offer EBT benefits through Wynshop.

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  • Wynshop can now facilitate expedited processing of FNS procedures for any retailers who wish to offer EBT benefits through Wynshop.
  • Over the past few years, coincident with the rise of online grocery popularity, the FNS has been working to expand access to EBT payments via online grocers.
  • However, the process for grocers to become certified receivers of EBT payments online is complex and time-consuming, which limits the ability of smaller grocers to fully connect with this customer segment.
  • The FNS must review and approve any solution that enables online payments using SNAP/EBT.

RENOWN HEALTH PARTNERS WITH SODEXO, INTERNATIONAL LEADER IN FOOD & HOSPITALITY

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Reno, NEV., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Renown Health announces a partnership with Sodexo, an international leader in hospitality, food services and facilities management, to bring best-in-class dining and custodial services to all four of its hospitals this summer.

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  • Reno, NEV., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Renown Health announces a partnership with Sodexo, an international leader in hospitality, food services and facilities management, to bring best-in-class dining and custodial services to all four of its hospitals this summer.
  • Renown Health and Sodexo are collaborating to provide all 276 Food & Nutrition and Environmental Services Associates with an opportunity to become Sodexo Associates.
  • We are excited to be partnering with Sodexo to manage Food & Nutrition Services and Environmental Services for Renown Regional Medical Center, Renown Rehabilitation Hospital, Renown South Meadows Medical Center, and Renown Children’s Hospital beginning July 15, 2023.
  • “We chose Sodexo because of their people-first commitment and how they align with the mission and values of Renown Health.

Farm to School Frederick Awarded Grant by Ausherman Family Foundation to Support Local Harvest for Growing Minds

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Farm to School Frederick (F2S) was recently awarded a grant in the amount of $4,000 from the Ausherman Family Foundation. Thanks to the grant, a generous partial match from the Asian American Center of Frederick, and amazing community support; Farm to School received $9,000. The funds were used to launch Local Harvest for Growing Minds.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Farm to School Frederick (F2S) was recently awarded a grant in the amount of $4,000 from the Ausherman Family Foundation .
  • Thanks to the grant, a generous partial match from the Asian American Center of Frederick , and amazing community support; Farm to School received $9,000.
  • Local Harvest for Growing Minds connects students to locally grown, fresh fruits and vegetables and the farmers that grow them.
  • This initiative is led by Farm to School Frederick in collaboration with Frederick County Food and Nutrition Services , Frederick County Public Schools , and Frederick farmers.

Dairy Council of California Announces 2023 Let’s Eat Healthy Award Winners

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Monday, May 8, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dairy Council of California, a leader in nutrition education and advocacy, is proud to announce the winners of its fourth annual Let’s Eat Healthy Award.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dairy Council of California, a leader in nutrition education and advocacy, is proud to announce the winners of its fourth annual Let’s Eat Healthy Award.
  • In support of its cause to elevate the health of children and communities through the pursuit of lifelong healthy eating patterns, the Let’s Eat Healthy initiative is honoring eight California nutrition champions.
  • “The Dairy Council of California’s Let’s Eat Healthy initiative continues to activate partnerships across California that are positively transforming the health of communities,” states California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross.
  • “We applaud our 2023 Let’s Eat Healthy Award winners.”
    To learn more about this year’s Let’s Eat Healthy Award winners, the Let’s Eat Healthy initiative or how to access free nutrition programs and resources visit HealthyEating.org .

LBB Specialties Appoints Senior Vice President for Food and Nutrition

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

NORWALK, Conn., April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LBB Specialties (LBBS), a leader in North American specialty chemical and ingredients distribution, announced Mike DeGennaro will join the company as Senior Vice President, Food and Nutrition.

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  • NORWALK, Conn., April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LBB Specialties (LBBS), a leader in North American specialty chemical and ingredients distribution, announced Mike DeGennaro will join the company as Senior Vice President, Food and Nutrition.
  • LBB Specialties announced Mike DeGennaro will join the company as Senior Vice President, Food and Nutrition.
  • DeGennaro brings a wealth of experience to LBB Specialties that spans 25 years in specialty chemicals and ingredients.
  • "I am thrilled to be joining LBB Specialties as Senior Vice President, Food and Nutrition," said Mike DeGennaro.

LBB Specialties Appoints Senior Vice President for Food and Nutrition

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

NORWALK, Conn., April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LBB Specialties (LBBS), a leader in North American specialty chemical and ingredients distribution, announced Mike DeGennaro will join the company as Senior Vice President, Food and Nutrition.

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  • NORWALK, Conn., April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LBB Specialties (LBBS), a leader in North American specialty chemical and ingredients distribution, announced Mike DeGennaro will join the company as Senior Vice President, Food and Nutrition.
  • DeGennaro will be responsible for establishing, implementing, and executing the business and commercial strategy for the Food and Nutrition vertical.
  • DeGennaro brings a wealth of experience to LBB Specialties that spans 25 years in specialty chemicals and ingredients.
  • "I am thrilled to be joining LBB Specialties as Senior Vice President, Food and Nutrition," said Mike DeGennaro.