Fairfax Food Council (FFC) was established by the Partnership for a Healthier Fairfax in 2015 with a vision of an equitable and sustainable food system where food is valued as a basic human right. Its mission is to advocate for an equitable local food system that produces and provides access to nutritious, sustainable, and affordable food for everyone.
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Virtual Workshop: Growing a Diverse Fall and Winter Garden
Join the free virtual fall workshop sponsored by Fairfax Food Council, Virginia Cooperative Extension, and Arcadia Center for Sustainable Food and Agriculture.
Explore perennial vegetables and herbs that keep on giving, discover how to grow diverse and unique plants in your garden and learn how to use native plants to attract pollinators.
This workshop will be offered in English on Sept. 19 and in Spanish on Sept. 20.
September 19, 2023 | 7:30 - 8:30 PM
September 20, 2023 | 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Register for the English workshop | Register for the Spanish workshop
Community Health Champions Recognized in Partnership’s Live Healthy Fairfax Awards
Two Live Healthy Award winners were recognized at the Partnership for a Healthier Fairfax Spring meeting on May 16. Congratulations to Stacey Evers who represents the Healthy Eating/Fairfax Food Council team! Read more about the awards.
Summer 2023 Community Food News
The Summer edition of the Community Food News is now available. This month features Food Council Leadership updates, community stories, and events and opportunities you won't want to miss. Sign up to receive our quarterly newsletter by emailing FairfaxFoodCouncil@fairfaxcounty.gov. See past issues below.
Changes to SNAP Benefits
Beginning in March, SNAP benefits returned to normal amounts, without the added supplement provided during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about these changes.
Care to Share
Support food insecurity initiatives and learn how to start a food waste rescue program at Fairfax schools.
Learn more: Care to Share Toolkit Helps Address Food Insecurity.
Real Food for Real Change
Introduce students to fruits and vegetables, create positive experiences using activities and cooking and to help students understand the larger picture of the choices they make around our food consumption.