Published in the Olean Times Herald on Saturday, April 8, 2017
OLEAN — The City of Olean Housing Authority has been awarded a $2,500 grant from the Dr. Lyle F. Renodin Foundation for the continuation and expansion of the Veggie Mobile, organizers announced.
“Our residents so appreciate the Veggie Mobile and its volunteers, not only for the healthy vegetables, but also for the nutritional and cooking tips, recipes and activities with the children,” said Anne Kivari, executive director of the housing authority.
The Veggie Mobile seeks to counteract obesity and related health issues in Cattaraugus County by providing fresh vegetables to low-income individuals and families with access barriers.
Canticle Farm and the Cattaraugus County Health Department collaborate with Olean Housing Authority in sending out the Veggie Mobile weekly during the summer to residents at Alder and Martha courts, Seneca Street and Olean House.
The Renodin Foundation, affiliated with the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, directs its energy and resources on improving the quality of life of marginalized members of the community.
Photo: “Carrot Lady” Bev Bennett shows kids how to make a healthy salad through the Veggie Mobile program.
