Save SNAP-Ed

Youth Services Worker

“I work in Youth Services at the Utica Public Library in Utica, NY. Our library offers SNAP-Ed programming to the public that is very popular. There is also a Community Fridge outside our department for patrons to enjoy. It is stocked with extra produce from the local Farmer’s Markets.
When the fridge is filled, we watch families take fresh produce to use for dinner. We also see the children and teens get excited. They like to grab snacks on their way out the door. My favorite was an 11 year old get very excited about the broccoli. He grabbed a large stalk and walked out munching on it. The community fridge has made a big impact on our patrons.”