Using data, research, and evaluation to strengthen programs and improve community health
Why Research and Evaluation?
Research and evaluation inform programming and policy decisions as well as demonstrate impact.
This section provides reports, evaluation tools, conference presentations, research findings, and lessons learned from nutrition education, food security, health equity, and community health initiatives.
Whether you are planning an evaluation, looking for evidence-based approaches, or exploring findings from past initiatives, these resources offer practical insights to support data-informed decision-making.
Explore the Resource Library:
Access reports, evaluation tools, presentations, and research resources that support continuous learning and program improvement.
What You’ll Find in the Library
- SNAP-Ed Statewide evaluation reports
- Program evaluation reports
- Health equity assessments
- Community listening session findings
- Research presentations and posters
- Food Is Medicine research and outcomes
- Evaluation tools and templates
- Lessons learned and best practices
- State and regional evaluation resources
- Data-informed planning resources
Featured Collections
SNAP-Ed Statewide Evaluation Reports
A collection of statewide evaluation reports documenting outcomes, lessons learned, and program impacts across nutrition education and obesity prevention initiatives.
Resources include reports from California, Georgia, North Carolina, and regional SNAP-Ed efforts.
Food Is Medicine Research & Findings
Food Is Medicine programs can improve food access, support healthy eating behaviors, and advance nutrition security.
Resources include research posters, conference presentations, abstracts, and program findings.
Health Equity Assessments
Health equity assessments help identify community priorities, barriers, and opportunities for improving health outcomes.
Resources include needs assessments, community engagement findings, and recommendations to support equitable program planning.
Community Listening & Sense-Making Sessions
Community listening sessions and sense-making activities provide valuable insights into lived experiences, community priorities, and opportunities for systems change.
These resources highlight community-informed approaches to program development and evaluation.
SNAP-Ed Statewide and Regional Evaluation Reports
Evaluation reports documenting statewide outcomes and impacts from nutrition education and obesity prevention initiatives.
| Resource | Download / View |
|---|---|
| Georgia SNAP-Ed Statewide Evaluation Reports (2019–2024) | Download Archive |
| North Carolina SNAP-Ed Evaluation Reports | Download Archive |
| SNAP-Ed Southeast Region Evaluation Reports | Download Archive |
| California SNAP-Ed Statewide Evaluation Reports (2017–2024) | Download Archive |
SNAP-Ed Statewide and Regional Research Briefs & One-Pagers
One-page reports, impact snapshots, and program summaries highlighting outcomes, participant impacts, program reach, and key accomplishments from SNAP-Ed initiatives.
| Resource | Download / View |
|---|---|
| Georgia SNAP-Ed Impact Reports | Download Archive |
| North Carolina SNAP-Ed Program Results Reports | Download Archive |
| California SNAP-Ed Impact Snapshots | Download Archive |
SNAP-Ed Research & Findings
Research studies and publications highlighting behavior change, nutrition outcomes, and evidence-based findings from SNAP-Ed initiatives.
| Resource | Download / View |
|---|---|
| SNAP-Ed Is Helping U.S. Families Make Healthier Choices, Study Shows | View Publication |
| Nutrition Education Is Helping Low-Income Families Eat Healthier | View Publication |
| SNAP-Ed Eligible Moms, Teens, and Kids Are Eating More Produce and Drinking More Water | View Publication |
| Diet, Shopping and Other Nutrition Measures Improved Following SNAP-Ed Participation | View Publication |
Food Is Medicine Research & Publications
Research findings, publications, reports, and presentations highlighting Healthy Food Rx and LA Grocery Voucher program outcomes, participant impacts, and implementation lessons.
Health Equity & Community Assessments
Assessments, reports, and findings that support equitable program planning, implementation, and community-informed decision-making.
| Resource | Download / View |
|---|---|
| CalFresh Healthy Living Health Equity Needs Assessment | View Report |
| Findings from the CalFresh Health Equity Assessment | View Recording |
| SNAP-Ed Southeast Region Equity Reports | Download Archive |
| Actionable Approaches to using ASNNA Guiding Principles to Embed Equity in SNAP-Ed | View Case Study |
SNAP-Ed Conference Presentations & Posters
Conference presentations and research posters highlighting evaluation findings, lessons learned, and promising practices from SNAP-Ed initiatives.
| Resource | Download / View |
|---|---|
| Nutrition and PA Outcomes from GA SNAP-Ed | View Poster |
| Advancing equity in SNAP-Ed Evaluation | View Poster |
Impact & Learning
Research and evaluation help organizations:
- Demonstrate program impact
- Strengthen funding applications and reporting
- Identify effective strategies and best practices
- Improve program design and implementation
- Incorporate community voice into decision-making
- Advance health equity through data-informed action
