Family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer Natural Grocers has partnered with the Foundation for Fresh Produce to present “Nutrition 4 the Win,” a class shows how hacks on preparing produce can become healthy habits that children will love, according to a news release.
Kids and parents are invited to visit participating stores from Aug. 19-31 and explore how fruits and vegetables can fuel growing bodies and minds, the company said. Children will participate in making and sampling healthy foods focused on eating the rainbow — choosing fruits and vegetables of each color within the rainbow.
Led by nutritional health coaches, the class is designed to help children and caregivers embrace the back-to-school season while emphasizing children’s health and nutrition. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to stay and play, and class participants will receive an exclusive $5 off $25 coupon to be used at any Natural Grocers location, the release said.
The Foundation for Fresh Produce is a nonprofit organization that promotes healthy eating habits, particularly among families and children. The foundation says it focuses on improving the appeal of fruits and vegetables as an integral part of people’s diets, supporting the development of infrastructure and supply chain solutions that provide easier access, nurturing passionate fruit and vegetable professionals and establishing strategic alliances that strengthen its collective global impact.
“The partnership with Natural Grocers and the Foundation for Fresh Fruit is a natural fit,” said Caroline Cheong, director of nutrition health coach regional managers. “It was clear that the foundation is as dedicated to supporting the health and wellness of our communities as we are. We’re proud to add ‘Nutrition 4 the Win,’ a class geared towards kids and their parents (or caregivers) to our free class schedule, just in time for back-to-school season. Our hope is that this class will inspire and empower children, adults and families to live happier, healthier lives by eating more fruits and vegetables every single day.”
Class information:
- Cost. — As with all in-store classes, this class is free.
- Registration — The class will be first come, first seated; arrive early to secure a spot.
- Dates and times — Varies by store location.
- Locations — A list of participating stores is available online.
Related link: Learn more about Natural Grocers’ Nutrition Education Department
