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Rachael Ray Foundation Boosts Youth Nutrition in Wooster

9/13/2025

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The Rachael Ray Foundation granted funds to the Boys & Girls Club of Wooster to enhance its Healthy Habits program.
This funding supports the Healthy for Me initiative, which focuses on culinary and nutrition education for youth.
The program promotes balanced meals, food literacy, and family cooking activities.
Local farmers will teach youth about food sourcing and sustainability.
The initiative addresses youth nutrition challenges in Wayne County, where 33.9% of children qualify for free or reduced-price meals.

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The Rachael Ray Foundation granted funds to the Boys & Girls Club of Wooster to enhance its Healthy Habits program.
This funding supports the Healthy for Me initiative, which focuses on culinary and nutrition education for youth.
The program promotes balanced meals, food literacy, and family cooking activities.
Local farmers will teach youth about food sourcing and sustainability.
The initiative addresses youth nutrition challenges in Wayne County, where 33.9% of children qualify for free or reduced-price meals.