Serving the youth of Yamhill County.

Healthy Kids make Healthy Communities

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Workbook - Available Now!

In 2025, SNACK launched the Nutrition Workbook for Kids on Amazon. This workbook is based on our seven-lesson curriculum and teaches children the fundamentals of nutrition while supporting the development of healthy, lifelong habits. All participants in our Nutrition Education Program receive a copy at no cost, and the workbook is also available as a standalone resource for families, educators, and community members who would like to use it on their own. Click the link below to find it on Amazon.

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REAL QUOTES

"My favorite part of SNACK is making goals at the end of each lesson and challenging myself to improve my lifestyle." - Alexander, age 14

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"I like that the program gives parents ideas on how to better help your child with good eating habits." - Viviana, mom

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"I enjoy playing games with the SNACK interns and other kids." - Jayden, age 8

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"My favorite part of SNACK is making goals at the end of each lesson and challenging myself to improve my lifestyle." - Alexander, age 14 • "I like that the program gives parents ideas on how to better help your child with good eating habits." - Viviana, mom • "I enjoy playing games with the SNACK interns and other kids." - Jayden, age 8 •

Our Mission

SNACK’s mission is to support the health and well-being of children and families in Yamhill County through child-centered, weight-neutral nutrition education embedded in trusted community spaces, supporting the development of lifelong healthy habits. We prioritize equitable access and honor the cultural and socioeconomic needs of the families we serve.

What We Do

  • Family Nutrition Appointments

    SNACK staff provide family nutrition appointments at our main program office at Physicians’ Medical Center. Each appointment is an opportunity to learn about a nutrition topic, discuss healthy habits and practice goal-setting.

    Book an Appointment

  • Cooking + Nutrition Classes

    Our monthly kids cooking and nutrition classes are a great way to learn hands-on. Each class includes a nutrition lesson and preparing and eating a meal together. Classes are 2 hours long on Thursday evenings, they’re held at YCAP, and divided by age group.

    Register for Class

  • Community Wellness Day

    Community Wellness Day is a free event for our community - this year (April 18) will center around the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. We will have Wellness Stations, Mini Fitness Classes, an obstacle course, walking track, maker space, snacks, raffle prizes and a photo booth!

    Register for Free

 

Submit a Referral

Please use this form to submit a referral request for the SNACK Program's nutrition services. Services are available to all kids 6-18 in Yamhill County. A good referral could be someone with:

1) a score of 5 or high on the Nutrition Assessment (attached in the form)
2) a desire to make changes to eating habits or a desire for behavior change support
3) a risk for a diet related disease
4) a behavioral health issue impacted by diet
5) an interest in learning about the foundations of nutrition and building healthy habits

Questions? Email director@snackprogram.org

Referral Form

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