Kim is a founding member of the FPAC, and worked for several years as the education subgroup co-chair. Currently, Kim works with Penn State Extension as a nutrition education advisor. Her program helps families learn about shopping on a budget, using SNAP and WIC, integrating movement into their day-to-day routine, and more. Participants in the program meet with her over 6 weeks for 2 hour sessions. Those who complete the program receive tools like food thermometers, peelers and resources which help make eating on a tight budget a little easier.
During her years as an education co-chair with the FPAC, Kim helped establish the walking assessment project which continues today. She also enjoyed connecting with kids at farmers markets and helping to spread the word about the FPAC in its formative years.
Kim’s background is in graphic design and she worked in the printing industry for 30 years. She also spent many years helping run her local 4-H chapter, and as the printing industry slowed and digital art started to take over, she transitioned to the world of food. She still makes art, and now has a passion for food systems and education. Thank you for all your hard work Kim!
You can contact Kim through email at kam82@psu.edu