Welcome to SNAP-Ed at WSU Extension, Pierce County
The SNAP-Ed program at WSU Extension Pierce County strives to improve the health outcomes of low-income Pierce County residents through group education and community-based partnerships. We offer research-tested nutrition education resources to Pierce County residents. In Washington State, SNAP-eligible is defined as households with incomes at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL).
The WSU Pierce County SNAP-Ed provides support within school settings through hands-on, culturally sensitive nutrition education at schools where 50% or more of the students receive free and reduced-price meals. In addition, we collaborate with partners that serve populations eligible for Basic Foods benefits.
WSU Pierce County SNAP-Ed partners include Clover Park School District, Emergency Food Network, Eloise’s Cooking Pot, Mercy Housing, MultiCare Center for Health Equity & Wellness, Nourish of Pierce County, DSHS Pierce County Community Service Offices, Lakewood Farmers Market, Pierce County Human Services, Pierce County Public Works & Sustainable Resources, St. Leo’s Food Connection, Tacoma Housing Authority, Tacoma Pierce County, Health Department, Tacoma Public Schools, Tacoma Rescue Mission, United Way of Pierce County, Virginia Mason Common Spirit, Washington State Farmers Market Association, Washington Food Coalition, WSU Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program, WSU King County Extension, WSU Master Gardeners & 4-H.
USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds SNAP-Ed. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. It can help you buy nutritious foods for a better diet. To find out more, 1-877-501-2233. http://foodhelp.wa.gov/
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Linda Mathews SNAP-Ed Manager at lmathews@wsu.edu or (253) 798-7154 at least two weeks before the event.