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How One Hopewell Farmer Turned a Diagnosis into a Mission
When Melanie "Mel" Mason was diagnosed with diabetes 12 years ago, she made a choice that would change her life. “I didn’t want to go the medication route,” Mel said. “So I started growing my own food."
Nov 6
Press Release: Virginia Fresh Match Launches “Harvest Special” to Support SNAP Customers, Virginia Farmers, and Small Businesses this November
For immediate release: Virginia Fresh Match (VFM) is launching a Harvest Special, a statewide promotion this November to help families stretch their food budgets and boost Virginia’s farmers during a time of increased need, with the support of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS). Virginia Fresh Match is a statewide nutrition incentive program that makes nutritious foods more affordable to low-income individuals by matching the value of SNAP
Oct 30
On the Road with Virginia Fresh Match: Visiting Our Grocery Retail Partners
Unique brick-and-mortar locations across VA you don't want to miss
Oct 22
Stories from the Field: Virginia Community Food Connection's Record-Breaking Month
Congratulations to VCFC for this achievement!
Sep 22
Press Release: Virginia Fresh Match Awarded Grant from Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia to Expand Nutrition Incentives
Expanded incentives will make fresh food more accessible for more people.
Aug 17
Stories from the Field: River Street Education
This organization is making a splash in the Petersburg local food scene
Aug 15
Press Release: Virginia Fresh Match Celebrates National Nutrition Month with Major Milestones
March is National Nutrition Month, and Virginia Fresh Match (VFM) is marking the occasion by celebrating its impact in 2024.
Mar 16
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