The Health Renewal Initiative
A Community-Based Preventive Health Program
Location: Taos, Santa Fe & Northern New Mexico (with online access)
🌿 Program Overview
The Health Renewal Initiative is a community-based preventive health program designed to address diet-related chronic disease, including diabetes and oral health conditions, in rural Northern New Mexico. The program expands access to practical, evidence-based health education and nutrient-dense food through a simple, scalable model that combines in-person engagement with online access.
🎯 What We Do
Weekly Community Program
Healing Happy Hour (In-Person + Recorded)
Weekly health education gatherings in a trusted community food hub
Topics include nutrition, blood sugar regulation, and oral health
Provides peer support, connection, and practical tools
Sessions are recorded and shared online for broader access
Educational Programs
Secrets of Self Healing & The Poison-Free Diet
Structured multi-week courses (8–10 weeks each)
Focus on nutrition, lifestyle practices, and oral health
Designed for real-world application and behavior change
Food as Prevention
Access to clean, nutrient-dense food in a community setting
Food demonstrations and practical guidance
Integration of food access with health education
👥 Who We Serve
Rural and underserved populations in Northern New Mexico
Low-income individuals and working families
Communities with limited access to preventive healthcare and dental services
Additional participants reached through online access
Projected Reach:
150 in-person participants
500 online participants
Total: 650 individuals
📊 Expected Impact
Increased health literacy and awareness
Improved dietary habits and reduced sugar consumption
Better daily oral health practices
Increased access to preventive health resources
Measurable behavior change over time
💡 Why This Works
Low-cost, community-based model
Delivered in a trusted, accessible location
Combines food access with education
Designed for replication in other rural communities
Hybrid model expands reach beyond geographic limitations
💰 Funding Request
Estimated Project Budget: $76,000
Funding will support:
Local staffing and program coordination
Weekly community programming
Educational materials and food demonstrations
Technology platform for online access
Outreach to underserved populations
📅 Timeline
Launch: July 2026
Program Delivery: July 2026 – March 2027
Evaluation: April 2027