By Marilyn Reed | April 9, 2024
Jackson, MS (April 8, 2024) — On April 4, 2024, Amerigroup MS donated $50,000 to the Mississippi Food Network. This generous donation will provide nutritious and balanced food options for students and their families during school closures. This donation will directly support over 1000 families currently facing food insecurity in Sunflower and Forest counties.
The collaboration between Amerigroup MS and the Mississippi Food Network spans over four years and illustrates a shared dedication to combating food insecurity and promoting overall well-being in the State of Mississippi.
In addition to this donation, Amerigroup MS actively engages in various community initiatives by supporting critical areas such as workforce development, maternal health, financial literacy, and nutrition literacy. Through these efforts, Amerigroup MS remains steadfast in its commitment to improving health outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for Mississippians.
“Partnering with the Mississippi Food Network aligns perfectly with our commitment to address the root causes of health disparities and support the overall well-being of Mississippi communities,” stated Misti McNichols, Medicaid Territory Marketing Manager at Amerigroup Mississippi “We take pride in our longstanding collaboration with the Mississippi Food Network and are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families throughout the state.”
For further information about Amerigroup MS’s community initiatives and partnerships, contact Tara Clark, Government Relations Director, Amerigroup MS at tarance.clark@amerigroup.com
About Amerigroup Mississippi
Amerigroup has more than 29 years of experience coordinating care with state-sponsored programs through our affiliated plans. Together with our health plan affiliates, we serve 8.8 million members in state-sponsored programs across 23 states. In 2020 we began partnering with numerous organizations across Mississippi, focused on expanding services and programs for important health issues like food insecurity, diabetes, childhood obesity, and employment skills. By developing these relationships, we listen and learn how we can best support the important work already being done—and together have an even greater impact in communities. We’re excited to expand our work even further in 2022. For more information about Amerigroup Mississippi, visit www.amerigroupms.com.
Photo Captions: Pictured L to R: Misti McNichols, Medicaid Territory Marketing Manager, Amerigroup MS; Dr. Charles Beady, CEO, MS Food Network; Tara Clark, Government Relations Director, Amerigroup MS
