Nourish Good is a non-profit organization dedicated to the health and well-being of seniors in Northern Virginia. We aim to fill a critical gap by supplying readily accessible, nutritionally balanced snacks. Often, individuals with limited financial resources resort to purchasing inexpensive food and snacks that lack essential nutrients or even harm health. The snacks provided by Nourish Good serve as a vital supplement, ensuring that seniors have access to healthy, beneficial food choices despite budget constraints.
Why snacks? Quality snacks can help provide additional nutrition throughout the day. Seniors may not have access to or the ability to prepare full meals whenever they're hungry. Providing them with already-prepared, nutritious snacks gives them easy access to healthy options.
Ready-to-eat, nutritious snacks can bridge the gap in essential nutrients, especially when access to fresh produce or proper meals is limited.
According to the USDA, over 5 million seniors were food insecure in 2021. Feeding America’s research shows that more than 7 million seniors could be food insecure by 2050.
Financial constraints often lead to budget-driven diets reliant on energy-dense yet nutrient-deficient foods. Additionally, some seniors lack the means to prepare meals whenever hunger strikes, further complicating their access to proper nutrition.
How We Help
Nourish Good works with health-conscious brands from around the country to collect nutrition-forward snacks.
We then partner with low-income assisted living facilities, VA Hospitals, and others to distribute healthy snacks to seniors facing food insecurity in the form of "Senior Snack Packs". Each Snack Pack also includes information on additional services such as housing assistance, mental health support, social interaction, and more.
Your donation goes towards purchasing nutritious snacks that will help seniors in need. We work with brands to secure snacks at discounted or wholesale pricing, allowing us to get more bang for your buck.
Combating Food Insecurity: We provide seniors with readily-available, nutrient-rich snacks, bridging the gap to food security and promoting healthy aging.
Empowering Seniors: Nourish Good empowers seniors with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed decisions about their health.
Connecting Seniors to Resources: Through information included in the snack packs, we connect seniors with additional services available in Northern Virginia that address their needs for housing assistance, mental health support, social interaction, and more.
Building a Stronger Community: Nourish Good fosters a sense of community and belonging by addressing the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors, promoting a culture of care and inclusivity.