Home Grown Endorses the Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act

By: Venette Pierre

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Introduced in the United States House by Representative Bonamici (D-OR) and Representative Monilaro (R-NY)

Home Grown is proud to endorse the Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act in the U.S. House. We look forward to working with Members of Congress to help accomplish our shared goal of keeping our kids fed.

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Venette Pierre

Venette Pierre is the Communications Manager Home Grown. Her background includes marketing, public relations and community development. She is passionate about advocating for access to quality supports for underserved communities and storytelling through digital communications.

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