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Oct 27, 2023
Local Media

New neighborhood store program tackles food deserts

The FRESH Pace Healthy Neighborhood Store Program kicked off this week at Rajax Food Mart and Meat Mart, 2327 Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Street S. St. Pete Free Clinic will collaborate with local stores to establish infrastructure, marketing plans and sustainable business models so corner stores can stock nutritious food like fresh fruits and vegetables, low-fat proteins, whole grain items and low-fat dairy products or dairy alternatives.

Values in Action: Mario Da Silva

SPFC is starting a new recognition program, Values in Action, highlighting employees who consistently exhibit our values in their work and interactions with volunteers, staff, and the community.

08.18.23

Local Media

St. Pete business chosen as first FRESH Pace Healthy Neighborhood Store

Mike Jaber knows just about everyone who walks into his store. It’s part of the reason St. Pete Free Clinic and city leaders chose Rajax Food Mart and Meat Market as the first FRESH Pace Healthy Neighborhood Store.