Tag: WalkForGoodFood

Exploring Healthy Food Work

When it comes to putting our definition of Healthy Food into practice, there is an important thing to keep in mind: while there are some general characteristics that are common to foods we call “healthy” (such as nutrient-rich and low in added fats, sugars, or salts), everyone is going to have a different approach to what food is healthy for them. If you recall, the definition of Healthy Food in the Michigan Good Food Charter is food that, “provides nourishment and enables people to thrive.” In order to thrive, we not only need access to fresh, whole, nutritious foods, but […]

Walk for Good Food 2020 Sponsor: The Local Church

The Local Church is a Grower Sponsor for the Walk for Good Food 2020 ($2,500) and a valued partner of Access of West Michigan. Pictured above is the 2019 Local Church Walk team (this year social distancing measures are put in place as we walk in our neighborhoods with our households). Thanks so much for your continued support, Local Church! We asked them to share with us about their mission, how COVID-19 has impacted them, and why they choose to support Access and the Walk for Good Food. We are so thankful for all they do for our community!  AWM: Please describe your […]

Walk for Good Food 2020: SECOM

Walk for Good Food 2020 Blog Series: In celebration of the Walk for Good Food, Access will be posting interviews with the non-profit organizations that are receiving funding from this years Walk. Read below about why Good Food (food that is healthy, fair, affordable, and green) is important to their work. Eight organizations receive funding from the Walk, each with their own important role to play in creating a thriving food system for all. To walk with us or learn more visit accessofwestmichigan.org/walk. AWM: Tell us a little bit about your organization: your mission and the work that you do. SECOM: […]

Walk for Good Food 2020: North End Wellness Coalition

Walk for Good Food 2020 Blog Series: In celebration of the Walk for Good Food, Access will be posting interviews with the non-profit organizations that are receiving funding from this years Walk. Read below about why Good Food (food that is healthy, fair, affordable, and green) is important to their work. Eight organizations receive funding from the Walk, each with their own important role to play in creating a thriving food system for all. To walk with us or learn more visit accessofwestmichigan.org/walk. AWM: Tell us a little bit about your organization: your mission and the work that you do. NEWC: […]

Walk for Good Food 2020 Sponsor: Spectrum Health

Spectrum Health is one of the Grower Sponsors ($2,500) for the Walk for Good Food 2020 and a long time valued partner of Access of West Michigan. In addition to their sponsorship, this year they have committed to an additional employee match up to $2,500. They are encouraging their employees to get out and Walk for Good Food! For every Spectrum Health employee who registers and tracks their support, Spectrum Health will donate an additional $1 per employee up to $2,500.  We asked Spectrum Health to share with us about their mission, services offered to the community, how COVID-19 has […]

Walk for Good Food 2020: Revive & Thrive Project

Walk for Good Food 2020 Blog Series: In celebration of the Walk for Good Food, Access will be posting interviews with the non-profit organizations that are receiving funding from this years Walk. Read below about why Good Food (food that is healthy, fair, affordable, and green) is important to their work. Eight organizations receive funding from the Walk, each with their own important role to play in creating a thriving food system for all. To walk with us or learn more visit accessofwestmichigan.org/walk. AWM: Tell us a little bit about your organization: your mission and the work that you do. R&T: […]

Walk for Good Food 2020: Our Kitchen Table

Walk for Good Food 2020 Blog Series: In celebration of the Walk for Good Food, Access will be posting interviews with the non-profit organizations that are receiving funding from this years Walk. Read below about why Good Food (food that is healthy, fair, affordable, and green) is important to their work. Eight organizations receive funding from the Walk, each with their own important role to play in creating a thriving food system for all. To walk with us or learn more visit accessofwestmichigan.org/walk. Access of West Michigan (AWM): Tell us a little bit about your organization: your mission and the […]

Walk for Good Food 2020: St. Mark’s Episcopal Church

Walk for Good Food 2020 Blog Series: In celebration of the Walk for Good Food, Access will be posting interviews with the non-profit organizations that are receiving funding from this years Walk. Read below about why Good Food (food that is healthy, fair, affordable, and green) is important to their work. Eight organizations receive funding from the Walk, each with their own important role to play in creating a thriving food system for all. To walk with us or learn more visit accessofwestmichigan.org/walk. Access of West Michigan (AWM): “Tell us a little bit about your organization: your mission and the work […]