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 […]
Co-Founder Noreen Warnock to serve as Interim Director Read More »
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
Reflecting on a successful Fresh Connect pilot program Read More »
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
Mission Moments: Bringing fresh produce to a neighborhood near you Read More »
Local Matters and Columbus Food Rescue welcomed friends, family, and community leaders and partners from Columbus, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis to the opening of Ro’s Kitchen on May 1. What is Ro’s Kitchen? Named in honor of Roshelle Pate and located at the ECDI Food Fort, Ro’s Kitchen transforms food donated by the greater Columbus community
Introducing Ro’s Kitchen Read More »
April 2023 marks a momentous milestone of food access, education, and advocacy work at Local Matters. For 15 years, we’ve fostered inclusive, comprehensive, and well-rounded education around food as a preventative to diet-related disease and addressed barriers to affordable and high-quality food for all. But why and how did this work begin back in 2008?
A Conversation with Local Matters’ Co-Founders: Noreen Warnock & Michael Jones Read More »
