| Ranking |
Good Idea |
| Description |
The Veggie Project set up six farmers' markets incorporated into summer programming for six community centers around Nashville. |
| Goal / Mission |
To make Nashville a healthier community by improving access to fresh fruits and vegetables in food desert neighborhoods while supporting local farmers and empowering and educating youth. |
| Results / Accomplishments |
In 2010, 55 produce markets were held at six locations. During this time, were 1,003 adult transactions, 298 youth transactions, eight Youth Leader board meetings were held and 8,894 pounds of fresh produce were sold. Cash revenue for the project totaled $5,885 and $1,162 worth of produce was given away. |
| Categories |
Health / Exercise, Nutrition, & Weight
Environment / Built Environment
Health / Wellness & Lifestyle
|
| Organization(s) |
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital Health Improvement and Prevention |
| Source |
Monroe Carell, Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt |
| Date of Implementation |
6/22/2007 |
| Geographic Type |
Urban |
| Location |
County: Davidson |
| Primary Contact |
Kyle R. Craig
Monroe Carell, Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt
2200 Children's Way Nashville, TN
37232
615-343-1277
kyle.craig@vanderbilt.edu
|
| For more details |
http://www.childrenshospital.vanderbilt.org/int...
|
| Target Audience |
Children, Teens, Adults, Women, Men, Elderly, Families, Racial / Ethnic Minorities, food deserts |
| Submitted By |
Judy Dias |
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