Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) | UNL Food

Hands-on nutrition education that helps Nebraska families and youth with limited financial resources build skills for healthier lives.

About EFNEP

EFNEP helps families and youth with limited financial resources develop practical skills for healthier lives. Through community-based, relationship-driven, hands-on education, participants learn to make nutritious food choices, be physically active, prepare and handle food safely, and make the most of their food resources.

What Participants Learn

EFNEP provides practical, hands-on education in four core areas:

Diet Quality

Learn to make nutritious food and drink choices, prepare healthy recipes, and use food labels.

Physical Activity

Learn ways to be more active by making small changes throughout the day.

Food Safety

Learn recommended food safety practices, including handwashing, cooking foods to safe temperatures, and storing food safely.

using a food thermometer to check the temperature of the chicken

Food Resource Management

Learn to plan meals, make a shopping list, budget for food, and make the most of available food resources.

pen and paper surrounded by foods to help plan meals on a budget

EFNEP in Nebraska

EFNEP is available in Adams, Dodge, Douglas, Hall, Lancaster, and Sarpy counties. Connect with an EFNEP team member to learn about programs available in your area.

Find EFNEP Near You

Making a Difference

2025 Nebraska EFNEP Impact

233

adults participated

1,745

youth participated

97%

of adults made healthier choices

42%

of youth increased physical activity

EFNEP is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture and delivered in Nebraska through Nebraska Extension.