2025 National EFNEP Coordinators' Conference

Furthering the Land-Grant Mission through EFNEP Collaborations: In this presentation, the Cent$ible Nutrition Program (Wyoming EFNEP and SNAP-Ed) will share the ways it has partnered with extension, agricultural experiment stations, and SNAP-Ed to implement PSEs. Additionally, we will discuss how we have used best practices through applied research to inform program development. This presentation will cover how the Cent$ible Nutrition Program:
•partnered with agricultural experiment stations on food production leading to food donations on a statewide scale
•collaborated with extension initiatives to extend the growing season, resulting in increased local food access
•developed an incentive program for our participants to help them better utilize available food resources
•empowered Wyomingites with limited resources to apply research-based information to improve their lives through education
These collaborations have improved access to healthy food for the EFNEP audience and furthered the land-grant mission by connecting university research to EFNEP participants. We will highlight the impacts these collaborations have had on statewide food and nutrition security. This presentation will help other EFNEP programs identify opportunities for similar work in their state or territory and consider low or no-cost PSEs to enhance their direct education efforts.
By harnessing university and community partnerships, the Cent$ible Nutrition Program has been able to leverage funding in support of EFNEP to positively impact the food environment for EFNEP participants.

Power of Partnerships: Strengthening Nutrition Education Through Community Collaboration: This presentation will explore strategies for advancing EFNEP's reach through diverse community partnerships. It will highlight how collaborative approaches with different types of partners, including schools, food banks, healthcare providers, and local organizations, can expand program delivery and adapt to the unique needs of various communities. By integrating EFNEP's nutrition education into local initiatives, programs can ensure they are relevant and accessible to the populations they serve.

The session will focus on effective ways to work with a wide range of community partners to strengthen program outreach. Through these partnerships, EFNEP can engage new audiences, increase access to resources, and support broader initiatives aimed at enhancing quality of life. Practical examples will be shared to illustrate how EFNEP can be embedded into community partnerships.

Participants will learn methods for building and sustaining partnerships, aligning program goals with partner objectives, and leveraging local resources to develop impactful strategies for nutrition education. The presentation will also discuss approaches for fostering ongoing relationships that empower communities to achieve long-term health improvements. Attendees will leave with actionable ideas on applying these strategies and collaborative approaches within their own EFNEP programs to enhance reach and impact.