UVM Extension

Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program

University of Vermont Extension’s Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) empowers Vermonters to lead healthier lives through hands-on nutrition education. Programs serve income eligible parents, caregivers and expecting mothers, as well as children and teens. The best part? It’s free.

Participants Learn by Doing EFNEP offers adult and youth programs, typically six sessions long and held in a community or home setting. Adult programs involve a combination of group discussion and hands-on activities designed to inspire participants to make healthier choices for themselves and their families. Children and teen programs work within community groups and schools to create fun, hands-on and age-appropriate nutrition education opportunities. Participants learn to:

Prepare basic meals and snacks in a fun setting
Shop smarter on a budget
Grow and store fresh food
Follow and modify healthy recipes
Recognize what ingredients are in the foods they eat
Understand the importance of food safety
Appreciate the benefits of being active