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AbundaBoxtm Spotlighted by the White House as a Key Partner in the Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities
WASHINGTON, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AbundaBox celebrates its contribution to ending hunger and building healthy communities after being recognized by the White House and the CDC Foundation as a key partner in the Homeplate Solutions group.
The Biden-Harris Administration honored AbundaBox's significant role in a coalition led by Homeplate Solutions to combat hunger and enhance health equity nationwide. As part of the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities, AbundaBox, and its partners have pledged to use advanced AI technology to improve food affordability and accessibility across the country.
"Our commitment at AbundaBox is to harness innovation to meet essential needs at the community level. The White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities has galvanized our efforts, and as part of the Homeplate Solutions convergence team, we are thrilled to apply our expertise to this vital cause. Leveraging technology, we're bridging gaps in food accessibility and healthcare, ensuring no individual is left behind. It's more than nutrition; it's about building sustainable systems that uplift every community," said Emily Jones, Chief Executive Officer of AbundaBox. "This initiative marks a transformative moment, and we're proud to contribute to a nationwide movement towards wellness, equity, and comprehensive community health."
AbundaBox, known for its nationwide supply chain, was acknowledged for its contributions towards fulfilling Pillar One of the White House Challenge: ensuring food Affordability, Accessibility, and Scalability. The Homeplate Solutions team, powered by AbundaBox, is set to provide support to 20,000 Community-based Nutrition Providers in 600 governmental jurisdictions, marking a significant commitment to eradicating food deserts and reducing systemic inequalities.
David Beck, CEO of Homeplate Solutions, remarks on the collaboration: "The White House and CDC Foundation required a proven, scalable solution for their Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthier Communities. They asked for an answer that fixed Accessibility & Affordability immediately ? and wanted proof that we could do it in every community and across every age demographic. By partnering with AbundaBoxTM, we're able to implement a disruptive approach and move beyond traditional group purchasing limitations by leveraging their expansive supply chain and healthcare network for nationwide adoption. AbundaBox unlocks access to nutrition, connectivity, healthcare, and education resources by screening, stacking, and stretching over 90 different government and grant-funded resources. This partnership not only expands our capacity to provide essential food resources but also enhances overall care, addressing the social determinants of health head-on for all communities."
About AbundaBox
AbundaBox is a visionary in the healthcare and nutrition space, dedicated to dismantling barriers to care by providing direct-to-door services. Its participation in the Homeplate Solutions group underscores its commitment to leveraging technology and collective action to foster a healthier, more equitable society.
Learn more about how AbundaBox is driving change as part of the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities. Visit www.abundabox.com for more information or to get involved in this crucial initiative.
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