NourishCommunities

A collection of programs working to improve nutrition security for individuals, homes, schools, and communities across the state.

The Nourish collection of programs are a branch of the Utah Hunger Solutions Institute. These programs are dedicated to enhancing food and nutrition security, reducing food waste, and fostering innovative solutions. By utilizing diverse approaches and focusing on educating the public and youth, they also strive to inspire the next generation of public health leaders.

Program Information

NourishBox
NourishBoxes are weather- and animal-proof structures strategically placed within communities to store food and other essential items for those in need. Designed with accessibility and dignity in mind, these structures are open 24/7, fostering a culture of community care with the guiding principle: Take What You Need, Give What You Can.

The goal of the NourishBox Initiative is to bring the community together to provide easily accessible, nutritious foods to people facing hardship. There is also an emphasis on reducing stigma and increasing engagement in SNAP-Ed. An overview of the pilot program is available to better understand planning, implementation, and evaluation of NourishBox.

NourishEd
More information to come.










       

NourishHealth
More information to come.

NourishMind
More information to come.

NourishSmart
This program is designed to address hunger and food waste in communities across Utah. NourishSmart offers various resources and tools to enable people of all ages, especially youth, to more effectively reduce food waste and mitigate food insecurity. With a focus on source reduction, NourishSmart provides new learning experiences and content to all who interact with the program. 





Curriculums 
Experiential Activities
Wasteless Recipes 

NourishTank

NourishTank is an annual student competition held on Utah State University campus. The event is designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and sustainable solutions to combat hunger. Through a SharkTank-style event, university students are able to prepare and present their ideas on how Utah might ensure a nourished and food-secure future for all. Optimally, winning proposals are enacted and assessed for longterm improvements to Utah's food system.

NourishTank collaborates with numerous colleges and departments across campus, including USU Extension, College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, and Center for Anticipatory Intelligence. This event has a growing list of private sponsors and corporate support. In 2025, NourishTank became a part of the annual Food Security Symposium.

Program Leadership

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If you have updates to this page, please contact Jocelin Gibson at jocelin.gibson@usu.edu.