Organizations Fighting Hunger

Description:

ISU Extension in Montgomery County is led by the elected Montgomery County Extension Council, with support from county staff and ISU Extension and Outreach staff. They work together to provide research-based, unbiased information and education to help county citizens make better decisions.

Their activities include: the Montgomery County 4-H Program to empower youth to reach their full potential working and learning in partnership with caring adults, Community and Economic Development Workshops conducted with community organizations, individuals and leaders to help develop and implement plans for physical and social community improvements, a Food Security Program which works to ensure the long term profitability of Iowa agricultural producers and increasing production capacity of the agricultural sector while protecting natural resources, and Food Safety and Nutrition Courses which help people in Montgomery County to access and eat safe, nutritious, and healthy foods.

How to Help:

There are many opportunities for individuals and organizations to work with ISU Extension in Montgomery County by participating in one or more of their programs or partnering in other ways. Iowans can find out more information on their website or contact them with questions or ideas.

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