20/0115 - Healthy Food Financing Initiative (Round 1)

The Healthy Food Financing Initiative (Round 1) is a contract awarded to Small Places and Little Red Box, LLC to increase the availability of fresh and nutritious food in underserved communities in Harris County, Texas. The contract is for a period of one year, from March 1, 2022, to February 28, 2023, and has a total value of $134,538. The initiative aims to address market failures, provide equitable access to healthy foods, and improve overall community health. Key aspects of the contract include: • Equipment installation and upgrades • Inventory and access to capital • In-store marketing and nutrition education • General nutrition education and rehabilitation • Mobile food markets or nutritious food delivery • Staffing and other food system interventions.