Greg and Dan talk to Julie Eliathamby from Peoria Grown about their mission to provide greater access to healthy food - a mission they’ve been carrying out successfully for the past 8 years. Julie explains the challenges that began impacting Peoria in 2018, the misconceptions around families not wanting to eat healthy, and the real barriers that exist, with affordability at the top of the list.

She also shares her hope to raise more awareness among state and federal leaders about the need for easier, more equitable access to nutritious food. To support, you can donate, volunteer, or help distribute food at their Sunday markets (12:30–1 PM for seniors and 1:30–2:15 PM for individuals and families). For more details, visit www.peoriagrown.com or follow them on Facebook.

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