EFNEP is making a significant impact in our community. 

95% of local EFNEP graduates improved their nutrition practices
85% of local EFNEP graduates improved managing their food resources

Potential health care savings to community New EFNEP Logo

Approximately $10.48 is saved for every EFNEP federal grant dollar due to the delayed onset of nutrition-related chronic diseases and conditions among participants. 

In addition, for every EFNEP program dollar spent, $2.48 is saved by participants in food costs. 

EFENP is 100% federally funded by the USDA.  EFNEP funding is not a competitive grant.  EFNEP funding is only available through The Ohio State University Extension offices.   

 

The Ohio State University Extension has provided this program in since 1969.  In 2019, EFNEP celebrated its 50th year as a federally-funded program.  EFNEP 50th Anniversary 

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