First-of-its-kind grant hopes to make healthy food more accessible

Amid the city’s ongoing battle with inequity, Mayor Paul Soglin announce a $100,000 grant in early August to increase access to nutritious food. Madison’s Healthy Retail Access Program aims to combat “food deserts” — low-income areas that have minimal access to healthy food. The city is currently seeking applications from retailers and transit organizations for the first-of-its-kind program. The city has created … Continue reading First-of-its-kind grant hopes to make healthy food more accessible