Advocacy group concerned about food insecurity in Savannah wants new policies enacted
Armand Turner said there have been times in his life that he hasn’t had food on the table. “I come from a background of low-income African-American population,” Turner said. That’s why he decided
Healthy Savannah Calls on City and County to Enact Policies to Improve Healthy Food Access and Equity
Over the past year, representatives from Healthy Savannah have been working with community advocates to redesign the Savannah Chatham Food Policy Council (SCFPC). Now, the group’s purpose, focus, and organizational makeup have been restructured to address
WTOC: Advocates calling for improved access to healthy food options for Chatham County residents
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Tide-to-Town enters 2024 with wave of momentum. Here is the project’s outlook
Tide-to-Town (TTT) is one of the city’s most ambitious projects, which has a 5-year planned budget of nearly $19 million. Those who support the project point to an influx of hotel-motel tax revenues,
Boy Scouts join Tide to Town Volunteers for Wheaton St. Cleanup, collected 50 pounds of trash
Earlier this month about 30 members of Boy Scout Troop 1 and Pack 1 joined up with volunteers from the Friends of Tide to Town for a trail cleanup along Wheaton Street. The
Bridge Access Program
https://youtu.be/hNGMHOA31bU?si=w3DnXckzaHVKtcXA Follow these steps to find a provider participating in the Bridge Access Program: Step 1: Visit vaccines.gov Step 2: Enter your zip code Step 3: Choose your vaccine Step 4: Choose a
Healthy Savannah Announces Free Vaccines for Uninsured and Underinsured
The COVID-19 pandemic may have ended, but the “tripledemic” of flu, COVID, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) that was pervasive last fall and winter is expected to return and be just as severe
Healthy Savannah Reminds Public to Get a Flu Vaccine
Healthy Savannah and the YMCA of Coastal Georgia are reminding everyone 6 months and older that there’s still time to get a flu vaccine. As administrators of a five-year, $5.1 million Racial and
Healthy Savannah Announces Free Adult Vaccine Resources and Outreach with Renewed CDC Funding
October 26, 2023 – Healthy Savannah and the YMCA of Coastal Georgia are inviting community members interested in joining a conversation to advance health equity to consider becoming Community Health Advocates (CHAs). An
Islands YMCA, Healthy Savannah partner to advocate for food equity through SWAP program
The Islands YMCA and Healthy Savannah partnered up for a food equity information session on Wednesday. The organizations are piloting a new program to encourage food pantry donations that help put food equity
Islands YMCA – How to Donate for a Healthy Community
September 26, 2023 — The YMCA of Coastal Georgia, in partnership with Healthy Savannah, is piloting a new program to encourage food pantry donations that help put food equity advocacy into action. The
Savannah State University RISEUP Campaign teams up with Healthy Savannah to host a healthy walk on campus
Throughout its 132-year history, Savannah State University has faced challenges and overcame them by rising above with the support of those who truly believe in the university. This year Savannah State University is
Healthy Savannah awarded $5 million grant to address health disparities in Chatham Co.
A Savannah organization has been awarded a grant for more than $5 million to continue its efforts in keeping our community healthy. Healthy Savannah says 41 communities across the country were selected for
Coalition of Savannah organizations supporting mothers through National Breastfeeding Month
August is National Breastfeeding Month and Healthy Savannah, along with local advocates, is continuing its push to help support families with newborns and increase inclusivity in the workplace. Breastfeeding provides many benefits for infants and mothers,
Healthy Savannah Provides $2,450 in REACH Grants to Healthy Equity Events
August 15, 2023 — Healthy Savannah is providing $2,450 in grant funding to support health equity education and awareness at two upcoming Savannah area events. Back-to-School Youth Health Fair is scheduled from 10
Healthy Savannah, Forsyth Farmers’ Market and City Leaders Speak at National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference
August 1, 2023 – Officials with Healthy Savannah, Forsyth Farmers’ Market and the City of Savannah took part in a well-received panel discussion at the National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference in Washington, addressing the
Tide to Town trail system in Savannah receives $10 million from hotel/motel taxes
The City of Savannah has awarded $10 million in funding to the Tide to Town urban trail network, drawing from the increase in the city’s hotel/motel taxes. Healthy Savannah’s physical activity program manager
Healthy Savannah Celebrates 16 Years and Bestows 2023 Health Innovation Award to Loop it Up Savannah at Biennial Meeting
May 10, 2023 – Healthy Savannah observed its 16th anniversary on May 2 at the Charles H. Morris Center in Savannah. The non-profit organization is known locally and nationally for championing a culture
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Healthy Savannah is offering Chatham Area Transit riders a new opportunity to connect with affordable options for healthy food, recreation, and health services throughout Chatham County. In partnership with the local transit authority,
Healthy Savannah Calls on Chatham Co. to Weigh in on Nutrition and Food Insecurity
Healthy Savannah is scheduling three listening sessions to receive community input from residents of Garden City, Thunderbolt and Georgetown in helping redesign the Savannah-Chatham Food Policy Council. The first upcoming meeting, which is
Armand Turner elected as Friends of Tide to Town board president
March 29, 2023 – Friends of Tide To Town, Inc. (TTT) has announced the election of its 2023 board of directors. Chairman Armand Turner will be joined on the executive board by Paula Kreissler,
Healthy Walks celebrates three year anniversary
The pandemic was just starting when Healthy Savannah and the YMCA of Coastal Georgia launched a program to help people stay active and discover Savannah by walking its various trails. Next week, “Healthy
Healthy Savannah’s Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health grant-funded programs are addressing food insecurity issues
March 3, 2023 – Young children need fruits and vegetables daily to support healthy growth and brain development but a new study has found 1 in 2 Georgia children don’t eat a vegetable daily
Faith and Health Coalition
The Faith and Health Coalition is a network of faith-based organizations, of all faiths, who come together to encourage healthy lifestyle behaviors in places of worship. The Coalition meets at 6pm on the first Monday
