20237041541068
Project Grant
Overview
Grant Description
The need to address low fruit and vegetable intake across New York State (NYS). Consuming fresh fruits and vegetables is protective against diet-related chronic illnesses1, yet most Americans are not meeting dietary recommendations. For example, among NYS adults, 33.5% consume fruit and 20.5% consume vegetables less than once daily, and consumption is even lower among low-income populations2.
These findings are especially concerning given that it is estimated that 29.1%3 of adults in NYS are obese. Furthermore, adults from low-income and racial/ethnic minoritized backgrounds are especially at elevated risk for obesity4-6.
Addressing food insecurity in NYS to increase fruit and vegetable intake. In 2021, more than 2 million NYS residents experienced food insecurity7. During COVID-19, food insecurity increased in NYS from 8.6% (2021) to 9.7% (2022) and increased twice as much for households with children vs. households without children8. Also, Black and Hispanic households experience food insecurity more than non-Hispanic White households, 17.5%, 17%, and 7.1% respectively8.
Regarding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participation, 2.8 million NYS residents were enrolled in 2022 9 and ~53% were households with children10.
Local capabilities and assets to address food insecurity in NYS. To address food insecurity in NYS, the Field & Fork Network (F&FN) launched the Double Up Food Bucks New York (DUFBNY) program in 2014 for SNAP users. DUFBNY started at 7 farmers markets and now has over 220+ small retail (e.g., corner stores), grocery and farm direct (farmers markets, mobile markets and stops, and farm stands) sites in 32 counties. This is possible due to the large number of community partners across NYS. Given the wide service area, formative research is conducted on an ongoing basis (rather than a one-time community needs assessment) to be responsive to the needs of NYS residents.
These findings are especially concerning given that it is estimated that 29.1%3 of adults in NYS are obese. Furthermore, adults from low-income and racial/ethnic minoritized backgrounds are especially at elevated risk for obesity4-6.
Addressing food insecurity in NYS to increase fruit and vegetable intake. In 2021, more than 2 million NYS residents experienced food insecurity7. During COVID-19, food insecurity increased in NYS from 8.6% (2021) to 9.7% (2022) and increased twice as much for households with children vs. households without children8. Also, Black and Hispanic households experience food insecurity more than non-Hispanic White households, 17.5%, 17%, and 7.1% respectively8.
Regarding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participation, 2.8 million NYS residents were enrolled in 2022 9 and ~53% were households with children10.
Local capabilities and assets to address food insecurity in NYS. To address food insecurity in NYS, the Field & Fork Network (F&FN) launched the Double Up Food Bucks New York (DUFBNY) program in 2014 for SNAP users. DUFBNY started at 7 farmers markets and now has over 220+ small retail (e.g., corner stores), grocery and farm direct (farmers markets, mobile markets and stops, and farm stands) sites in 32 counties. This is possible due to the large number of community partners across NYS. Given the wide service area, formative research is conducted on an ongoing basis (rather than a one-time community needs assessment) to be responsive to the needs of NYS residents.
Awardee
Grant Program (CFDA)
Awarding / Funding Agency
Place of Performance
Buffalo,
New York
14214-2152
United States
Geographic Scope
Single Zip Code
Field & Fork Network was awarded
Addressing Food Insecurity in NYS Increased Fruit & Vegetable Intake
Project Grant 20237041541068
worth $8,077,000
from the Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition in September 2023 with work to be completed primarily in Buffalo New York United States.
The grant
has a duration of 4 years and
was awarded through assistance program 10.331 Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive Grants Program.
$8,077,000 (50.0%) of this Project Grant was funded by non-federal sources.
The Project Grant was awarded through grant opportunity The Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program Competitive Grants Program.
Status
(Ongoing)
Last Modified 9/21/23
Period of Performance
9/15/23
Start Date
9/14/27
End Date
Funding Split
$8.1M
Federal Obligation
$8.1M
Non-Federal Obligation
$16.2M
Total Obligated
Activity Timeline
Additional Detail
Award ID FAIN
20237041541068
SAI Number
None
Award ID URI
SAI EXEMPT
Awardee Classifications
Nonprofit With 501(c)(3) IRS Status (Other Than An Institution Of Higher Education)
Awarding Office
1234HU INSTITUTE OF FOOD SAFETY AND NUTRITION (IFSN)
Funding Office
1234HU INSTITUTE OF FOOD SAFETY AND NUTRITION (IFSN)
Awardee UEI
CLCKC6YQ86R5
Awardee CAGE
6ETC6
Performance District
NY-26
Senators
Kirsten Gillibrand
Charles Schumer
Charles Schumer
Modified: 9/21/23