Cooking Matters at the Store in Allentown, PA, is dedicated to empowering low-income families through engaging, hands-on grocery store tours that transform the shopping experience into an educational opportunity. Our program equips participants with essential skills to compare food options for cost and nutrition, ensuring they can make informed choices for their households. Each tour focuses on nutrition education, budgeting, and meal planning, providing families with practical strategies to create healthy, affordable, and delicious meals. Participants also receive a $10 gift card to apply their newfound knowledge directly in the store. With tours accommodating 6 to 8 participants, Cooking Matters at the Store is committed to enhancing food assistance efforts throughout the counties served by Second Harvest, creating meaningful change in our community.