The Virginia Family Nutrition Program is a program within Virginia Cooperative Extension that extends the land-grant education and outreach mission of Virginia Tech by offering a comprehensive collection of resources, educational programs, and services across the Commonwealth to improve the health of families. The motto of the Virginia Family Nutrition Program is Eat Smart, Move More.
The Virginia Family Nutrition Program has a specific focus of addressing food security and the prevention of costly chronic diseases. Our commitment to finding real solutions for our communities is showcased through a variety of programs and initiatives that impact community health.
Our nutrition educators teach essential life skills like cooking, managing a food budget, using SNAP/EBT, being physically active, handling food safely, and planning meals. If you are interested in participating in a hands-on class, reach out to your local Virginia Cooperative Extension unit office to determine if there is a nutrition educator in your community.
We also offer technical assistance and training to support food access initiatives. Reach out to Meredith Ledlie Johnson, meredil@vt.edu, for more information.
The Virginia Family Nutrition Program Director is Dr. Sarah Misyak, smisyak@vt.edu, phone (540) 231-8541.
View the 2024 Virginia Family Nutrition Program Annual Report [PDF]