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California EFNEP

Programs

EFNEP offers education that helps adults, youth, and families build healthier habits. Through hands-on, research-based lessons, EFNEP focuses on nutrition, physical activity, food safety, and making the most of food resources. Programming is delivered in community settings across California by trained nutrition educators and partners.
 

Adult EFNEP participant eating an apple slice while reading the nutrition facts for a snack.
Adult EFNEP participant reading a nutrition label.

Adult EFNEP

Adult EFNEP supports adults in developing practical skills for healthier eating, safe food handling, physical activity, and managing food budgets. Classes are designed to fit real-life needs and support healthier choices for individuals and families.

Learn more about Adult EFNEP

Two school-age girls showing their drawings of a healthy plate of food.
Youth EFNEP participants holding up their MyPlate food drawings.

Youth EFNEP

Youth EFNEP helps children and teens build healthy habits early through engaging, age-appropriate nutrition and physical activity education. Lessons are delivered in schools and community settings and support lifelong wellness.

Learn more about Youth EFNEP