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January 11, 2019

It Takes a Village: Pinnacle Prevention 2018 Year in Review

2018 was full of so many exciting projects, accomplishments, and moments that capture why we love our work here at Pinnacle Prevention so much. From policy triumphs to moving into a new office, here are just a few of our favorite highlights from the past year: Our Team In December, we were thrilled to welcome […] Read more
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January 4, 2019

Support Pots to Love during Whole Foods Market’s 5% Community Giving Day

We are thrilled that Pinnacle Prevention was chosen as the Arizona beneficiary for Whole Foods Market’s 5% Community Giving Day on Thursday, January 10! ​When customers shop at any Arizona Whole Foods Market location on January 10, five percent of net sales will be donated to help fund our new Pots to Love program. The Pots […] Read more

December 21, 2018

Office and work culture at Pinnacle Prevention

At Pinnacle Prevention, we believe that creating healthier and happier communities starts in the workplace. From bringing our babies and pets into the office to supporting flexible work schedules, we strive to embody the same health and happiness which we work to promote across Arizona each day. Read more
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December 19, 2018

Farm Bill 2018: December Update

After months of debates and negotiations surrounding the 2018 Farm Bill, a compromise has been reached, and a version of the bill was passed by Congress.  ​The farm bill is the food and agricultural budget and policy for the United States. The bill impacts farming livelihood, and also determines how food is grown and which […] Read more
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December 13, 2018

Pots to Love: Bringing Joy and Cooking Tools to Those in Need

During the holidays – and throughout the year – everyone should have the kitchen appliances and utensils available to make a home-cooked meal. But many Arizonans, especially seniors, don’t have access to kitchen appliances that allow them to eat nutritious meals. Pinnacle Prevention is excited to launch our latest program – Pots to Love! Our team will be […] Read more
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November 30, 2018

Take action to help save SNAP-Ed program funding

The Farm Bill is currently in its final negotiations, and important funding for SNAP-Ed programs in Arizona and across the country is at stake. We need your help to urge Congress to maintain the Senate version of the Farm Bill to save this critical support for these programs.  The SNAP-Ed program provides nutrition education and […] Read more
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November 15, 2018

Get Active! New Physical Activity Guidelines

In 2008, the first edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans was released. These guidelines were used to help youth and adults get the correct amount of physical activity every day. Earlier this week the guidelines were updated and released in the second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. The new guidelines […] Read more
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November 7, 2018

Native American and Indigenous Nutrition and Health

November is National Native American Heritage Month, an opportunity to honor communities across our state and country, to raise awareness for obstacles they face, and to promote solutions to help them thrive. Like many people in America, Indigenous and Native American communities face hardships when it comes to nutrition and health. Food inaccessibility and insecurity […] Read more
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October 30, 2018

Phoenix Complete Streets Update: Prioritizing Pedestrian and Roadway Safety

Complete Streets guidelines aim to make Phoenix roadways safer for everyone to walk, bike, use public transportation, and drive. After hitting several road blocks, the Phoenix City Council finally voted to approve the proposed guidelines. The road to this decision has been a rocky one. Back in April, the city council voted to expedite the […] Read more