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EFNEP remains active in Kent County after SNAP‑Ed cutbacks, MSU Extension says
Summary
MSU Extension staff told the committee the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), funded by USDA, continues in Kent County and that two local instructors deliver the work despite statewide SNAP‑Ed changes.
Stephanie Marino, supervising educator for nutrition with MSU Extension, described the local EFNEP program and how it operates in Kent County with USDA funding and local partners.
"EFNEP is the nation's 1st federal nutrition education program," Marino said, adding that local instructors Yesenia Velasco and Alexandria Peyton partner with schools and community organizations to deliver in‑person classes that build meal‑planning, food‑safety and kitchen skills.
Kai Gritter said that when SNAP‑Ed funding was eliminated statewide, the county was fortunate to retain EFNEP staff and continue nutrition programming in the county. Marino emphasized that EFNEP’s model focuses on skill practice and relationship building in community settings.
Commissioners asked clarifying questions about staffing and possible expansion; staff said the grant has specifications and the program’s capacity with two instructors is limited but continuing.
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