“I have worked with the DINE (SNAP-Ed) team for years now, through a professional lens and collective impact resource. Their efforts in the community are invaluable to the support our kids need in school in providing nutrition education. Together, they have developed deep meaningful and impactful collaborations in the community, thus, leading to sustainable outcomes…
“I am Ivania G. Executive Director at Connecting Community CBO non profit we host every month an inclusive movement class. Youseff came to provide nutritional information after the class. Community loved it. We connect people with valuable resources and this one was very well received.“
“As a teacher in Durham Public Schools, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible impact DINE – SNAP-Ed has had on my students. The engaging lessons and hands-on activities have not only helped them build healthier habits but also empowered them to make smarter food choices. The dedication of nutritionists like Kim B. makes all the difference—her…
“My students love the DINE programs. They get so excited when they know it is going to be coming to class. Many times it’s the first time my students are trying a food. Several families have reached out that it encouraged their child to try cooking at home using the recipes provided. This program is…
“I truly appreciate this program and the support it provides in helping our children learn more about healthy eating. I also love that it introduces them to how food is grown, including hands-on opportunities to plant and grow food right here at our childcare center. It’s a meaningful and impactful experience for both the children…
“DINE helped us put on a fantastic event promoting Heart Health amongst some of our patients with Hypertension. Ms. M was able to show folks how to make a healthy meal that we ate together and also everyone got to make their own salad dressing to take home.”
“I work at the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina and have used nutrition information flyers created by DINE. We distribute flyers to food pantries and participants have really enjoyed the “10 Ways to Reduce Sugar Consumption.” It is also comforting to be able to recommend to people who go to food pantries…
“DINE has provided invaluable experiences for our students. They experience growing, harvesting, and eating new foods. DINE supports our cooking club so students can experience healthy foods in creative ways. Our fifth graders were supported as experts in food prep and service through a DINE collaboration. DINE is a critical part of helping our students…
“DINE came to our clinic to offer a creative, welcoming, bilingual nutrition class for our patients. Offering these services in the community benefits our entire community. Thank you, DINE team, for adding so much to our work and city!”
‘I have had the pleasure of working directly with Mrs. Annie through the DINE Nutrition Program at Eastway Elementary for the past two years. This partnership has provided our students with meaningful connections between food, lifestyle choices, and physical activity—exactly the comprehensive approach to health and wellness I’ve been striving to offer. The hands-on experiences,…
