Transforming Peoria's Approach: From Hunger Relief to Nutritional Empowerment
By: Julie Eliathamby, Peoria Grown Founder In Peoria, the specter of hunger has transformed into a complex web of issues, notably...
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We believe that everyone should have access to affordable, healthy food and that education is the key to improving individual and community wellness.
Challenging Misconceptions and Overcoming Barriers to Foster Healthier Communities
By Julie Eliathamby, Founder of Peoria Grown --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Better Together: The Value of Partnerships with Community Organizations in Parks and Recreation
By Chris McGregor, Peoria Grown Board Member February 15, 2023 Parks enhance the lives of community members in many ways. As people...
Combatting food deserts and nutrition insecurity in Peoria County
By: Madelyn Norman April 18, 2023 Despite being home to numerous food banks and agricultural producers, Peoria County residents have...
Three Peoria organizations are finding ways to lead in the fight against food insecurity
(By Jody Holtz of WCBU) June 22, 2022 As food insecurity continues to affect many families across Peoria, local organizations are trying...
Is Peoria Grown a community garden?
By Chris McGregor, Board Member One of Peoria Grown's core programs is Market 309. These weekly pop-up markets sell low-cost fresh fruits...
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