Roots To Prevention
"With your help, every community can flourish with a garden and a 'Root' to Prevention."
Jonathan Wetstein,
Program Manager
Our Goals
Increasing Income Opportunities for Camden, NJ Farmers and Healthy Food Choices For Residents
Provide
opportunities to sell fresh produce including local healthcare providers
Develop
a prescription foods voucher that patients can redeem locally such as neighborhood corner stores
Support
healthier lifestyles by making nutrition and support services more accessible outside the doctor's office and into the community.
Demonstrate
the importance of gardening programs in preventing cases of diet-related illnesses to policy-makers and force ample funding support.
Join Us, Become a Member
Get Exclusive Access
Instant Access To Our Virtual Camp Classes
Exclusive Access To Future Content
Hands-on Knowledge and Expertise From Other Gardeners and Farmers
Instant Communication and Invites To Gatherings and Events
So much more!
Donate & Support
With every donation received, RTP invests in its households' ability to:
Farm
their own fruits and vegetables, helping Camden families sell fresh produce through its Roots to Market Initiative.
Learn
offering free programs and activities related to:
Eat
Making it easier to access fresh foods through a new "Food Bucks Rx" Program that is accepted at neighborhood "Redemption Sites
RTP’s healthy cooking guidebook!
This guidebook is one in a series to help you discover new delicious foods to stay healthy and out of the doctor's office. RTP understands that we are healthier when we have the knowledge, income, and opportunity to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables daily. RTP believes that every household can become healthier if we all take part in growing and cooking more of our own food. This cookbook is printed in English and Spanish
