COLUMBUS, Ohio – After 18 years as a pillar of the Central Ohio food justice movement, Local Matters’ last day of programming will be June 6, 2026. Local Matters thanks the staff, board of directors, volunteers, and supporters who spent the better part of the last two decades positioning the organization as a preeminent advocate […]
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The ancient pyramid On January 7th, the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the United States Food and Drug Administration (USDA) announced the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Leading the charge to “put real food back at the center of health” were Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Brooke Rollins, heads of the HHS and
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Aromatic, earthy, and spicy. July’s Veggie Van Meal Kit of the Month is a rich, Thai coconut soup that’ll take you down a flavor superhighway as you start with a curry-based kick and move your way into some funkier notes from the included dried mushrooms. Add a little body to the soup with noodles or
Photo Credit: Ray LaVoie The Board of Directors of Local Matters is pleased to announce the appointment of Yolanda Owens as the organization’s new Executive Director, following a nationwide search conducted by Benefactor Group. In a field of exemplary candidates, Yolanda stood out for the depth of her experience in nonprofits and her understanding of
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Dear Local Matters Community, Local Matters is currently seeking a new Executive Director. As co-founder of this organization, I am excited to step in and steward Local Matters through this transition period. The Local Matters Board and I are confident in thoughtfully engaging in a search for strong leadership to continue the important, impactful work
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In 2023, we launched a pilot program with Nationwide Children’s Hospital and About Fresh to address food insecurity in Linden. The Fresh Connect program provided families in Linden neighborhoods with $150 per month on a digital card to spend on fresh fruits and vegetables at food retailers, including the Veggie Van, for up to six
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Local Matters’ Veggie Van markets are connecting neighbors to healthy, affordable food all summer long. Every week, the Veggie Van hosts mobile markets with fresh foods and quality pantry staples. Shopping at the Veggie Van is a safe and convenient option for shoppers to grab their favorite fruits and vegetables while enjoying locally grown varieties
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There is nothing quite like a fresh plate of peanut noodles! It’s an easy way to incorporate vegetables into your meal, and you can customize it based on your preferred veggies. The star of this show though is the peanut sauce, and Chef Korir and Olivia are walking you through this recipe step-by-step. Olivia, a
It’s always soup season! But when the temperatures start to warm up, you might want to try a gazpacho – a cold soup made of vegetables. It’s a great way to incorporate vegetables into your diet and best served with a slice of crusty bread! You can grab all of the ingredients you need to
Chef Korir & Anaiis are sharing one of their favorite healthy recipes: black bean and cilantro rice! Did you know cilantro is a great way to pack flavor into your favorite dish? It’s also full of vitamins and minerals! This recipe has everything you’re looking for – great flavor and full of healthy benefits! You
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