Food, Nutrition, & Health

Programming Update: As of August 27, 2026 SNAP-Ed programming will no longer be offered in Niagara County.

Cornell Cooperative Extension offers free or low-cost educational workshops and useful information on food-related topics; from food safety and nutrition to healthy eating on a limited budget. Explore our links, check out our upcoming events, then give us a call or email to learn more.

Programming for youth:

FoodWise Kids

Interactive 8–9 session program for classrooms and after-school settings.

Students learn:

• Fruits and vegetables
• Nutrition Facts labels
• Added sugars and caffeine
• Smart food choices
• Hands-on cooking
• Taste testing

Outcomes:

• Stronger food awareness
• Increased willingness to try new foods
• Confidence in making healthy choices
• Engaged, active learning experience

Additional Youth Programs

• In-school nutrition lessons
• After-school enrichment programs
• Cooking clubs
• Scout groups
• Homeschool programs
• Custom youth wellness session
• In-school nutrition lessons
• After-school enrichment programs
• Cooking clubs
• Scout groups
• Homeschool programs
• Custom youth wellness sessions

Programs for Adults

Body Connection

An 8-session wellness program connecting movement, nutrition, and overall health.

Participants explore:

• Digestive health
• Immune health
• Lymphatic system
• Balance and mobility
• Movement for everyday wellness
• and more...

Optional add-on: 8 nutrition & cooking sessions for a full wellness experience.

Other Popular Workshop Topics

• Healthy eating on a budget
• Reading food labels
• Heart health
• Dining with Diabetes®
• Gut health & probiotics
• Weight management
• Meal planning & food safety
• Reducing added sugars
• Fruits & vegetables focus
• Nutrition in the news

Program Fees are listed below. These fees assume one class program around 45 minutes long, with 10-15 participants and a 1/2 portion sample if a food demonstration is included. Larger portions, more than one cooking demonstration, longer programs, or larger groups will incur additional fees. Programs outside of Niagara County will incur mileage fees. Longer terms series or other partnerships are welcome with program fee discussion and MOU. All programs are best scheduled and planned in collaboration between organizations. 

Last updated July 29, 2026