Food Equity Coalition
The Montgomery County Food Equity Coalition is a countywide initiative which aims to support a food system that ensures everyone, no matter their race, income, or ability, can access and afford a basic healthy diet. There are six teams addressing various parts of our food system: food insecurity, healthy people, sustainable ecosystems, vibrant farms, thriving local economy, and strong communities.
For More information about the Montgomery County Food Equity Coalition visit our new website at
mcfoodequitycoalition.com
The Montgomery County Food Equity Coalition is a countywide initiative which aims to support a food system that ensures everyone, no matter their race, income, or ability, can access and afford a basic healthy diet. The coalition members represent government, healthcare, agriculture, universities, civic/volunteer organizations, concerned citizens, and residents living in food deserts. We have six teams addressing various parts of our food system: food insecurity, healthy people, sustainable ecosystems, vibrant farms, thriving local economy, and strong communities.
How Can You Support the Local Food System?
- Purchase local foods through a Community-Support Agriculture (CSA) subscription
- Ask your local grocery or convenience store to sell fresh, local, and affordable foods
- Start a backyard garden
- Minimize food waste
- Donate to your local Foodbank
- Promote Produce Perks
Goal: to increase community food security in Montgomery County by
- Decreasing food waste
- Increasing the availability of healthy, local affordable food
- Decreasing food insecurity
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