Illinois SNAP-Ed is an ideal partner for community healthcare facilities and healthcare systems that work with SNAP-eligible audiences. Connect with us to find out how our local team can partner with your organization. Partnership opportunities may include:

• Providing nutrition education classes
• Providing professional development training for staff on topics such as food insecurity screenings and local food access resources
• Assisting with community coalition collaborations
• Planning, providing technical assistance, training, and grant writing support to start a food pantry, Fruit and Veggie Rx, or Play Rx program
• Connecting with farmers or community partners to host a farmers market that accepts SNAP benefits, WIC farmers market vouchers, or Link Double Up Bucks
• Establishing a donation garden with planning, training, and funding support