"Connecting local farmers to economically challenged children"
The Mission of Farm Fresh for Kids (FFFK) is twofold. First, we aim to help low-income, nutritionally at-risk children get started eating more fresh produce. We also want to promote small-scale sustainable farmers throughout Nevada. Specifically, this is done by providing coupons through the child’s doctor which are redeemable for free fresh fruits and vegetables at a local farmers’ market in the summer. This year, we have 4 clinics and 3 farms which have agreed to use our coupons.
We believe that every child has a right to a colorful, natural diet, with abundant fruits and vegetables, free from processed foods.
FFFK serves patients in the following areas:
Washoe County, NV - Reno and Sparks
Clark County, NV - Las Vegas and North Las Vegas
Thank you for your interest in Farm Fresh For Kids. Read more about the problems we face here in Nevada, and the steps we are taking to combat these issues. Currently, we are in our third year of operation, and we have made adjustments to our program to ensure maximum benefits to the children participating. For a brief summary of our current program, please see our most recent informational flyer.
For any questions or comments, please contact us using this form.
Farm Fresh for Kids & Global Health News
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My "Fast Food" Plate
You may have heard of the USDA's new dietary recommendations, summarized at choosemyplate.gov. One of their main suggestions is to make half your plate fruits and vegetables. We ...
Posted Apr 13, 2013, 4:11 PM by Karthik R
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New Brochure & Other Updates
It's been a while since we posted on this blog, but a lot has been happening at Farm Fresh For Kids. First off, we have new brochure that ...
Posted Mar 8, 2013, 5:57 PM by Karthik R
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Fall 2012 Newsletter - Part 2
Much of this year’s success is thanks to the HAWC Dental Nutrition Clinic, which gives nutrition classes to low-income families whose children need dental operations. This was the ...
Posted Nov 26, 2012, 5:03 PM by Karthik R
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Fall 2012 Newsletter - Part 1
Dear Supporters, Partners, and Friends,Between
July 9th and October 6th, FFFK recipients redeemed a total of $910 worth of coupons, $895 directly
at a farmers’ market, and $15 i ...
Posted Nov 11, 2012, 11:32 AM by Karthik R
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Last Day of Market
Today was the last farmers' market of the season where FFFK participants could redeem their coupons. We had a successful season and are proud of the results. However, our 2012 ...
Posted Oct 6, 2012, 6:24 PM by Karthik R
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