Health on a Budget
Date: Thursday, May 13
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Who: Youth ages 6+ with an accompanying responsible adult
Where: Camas Teaching Kitchen & Kalapuya Community Room | Eugene Family YMCA Don Stathos Campus, 600 E. 24th Ave
Cost: $65 for Y members | $85 for Community Members | If cost is a barrier, use promo code "FFLC2027" at registration to participate at no cost.
In this session, participants will explore practical ways to stretch grocery dollars, make the most of pantry staples, and create satisfying meals using accessible and seasonal ingredients. Through hands-on cooking, participants will prepare and share a budget-friendly meal while learning strategies for reducing food waste and making ingredients last across multiple meals.
They will also learn about community food resources they may be eligible for through the Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) program, including additional funds for fruits and vegetables and free one-on-one nutrition education.
What to Expect:
- Participants will prepare and enjoy a meal together through hands-on cooking
- activities. Participants will receive:
- A copy of the recipe and relevant nutrition education handouts.
- Key ingredients needed to recreate the recipe at home.
- Practical tips and strategies for preparing affordable, nutritious family meals.
- Information about community food resources they may be eligible for through the Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) program, including additional funds for fruits and vegetables and free one-on-one nutrition education.
Learn more about the program here.
