New Jersey Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) is a Rutgers Cooperative Extension program aimed at improving nutrition and increasing physical activity among low-income audiences. It provides practical, hands-on education regarding diets and nutritional welfare, managing food budgets, and other resources.
- Area(s) Served: New Jersey's Camden, Essex, Hudson, and Passaic Counties' low-income areas
- Population(s) Served: Low-income families and children
- Collaborative Partner(s): Varies across counties, but includes (although is not limited to) schools, vocational programs, job training programs, churches and community gardens.