Advocates join forces for a Clean Texas
A Texas Tribune article features the efforts of Texas Impact and over a dozen other non-profit organizations--the Alliance for a Clean Texas (ACT)--as they seek to improve air quality and regulation in our state. As TCEQ goes through the sunset review process, ACT has put forth strategic recommendations for the agency and its processes.
Report Finds Farmers Markets Face Barriers in Connecting Farmers & Low-Income Shoppers
Sweeping yearlong examination of farmers markets nationally finds economic, social and technological roadblocks for SNAP recipients
from the Community Food Security Coalition
Interfaith Work on Chemical Policy Reform Highlighted in Tikkun.org Blog
Amanda Quraishi, member of the Austin Muslim community and a Texas Impact member, recently highlighted the Texas faith community's work on chemical policy reform in her article, "Eco-Friendly Faith," on Tikkun.org. She writes, "As Muslims, we understand that our submission to God is intrinsically tied to the way we treat His gift of life on this planet. A peaceful, gentle reverence for plants, animals and landscapes are part of the fabric of our religion and translate beautifully through Islam’s strong foundation of social justice and activism.
Health and Strength and Daily Food helps kids get healthy and outside, especially kids who do not have access to nutritious foods and safe outdoor play areas. Does your congregation have a community garden, a food pantry, organized outdoor trips or other programs that feed people or connect children to nature? If so, we’re compiling stories about children, nature, faith, and food and we'd love to hear yours!
state environmental agency carries out its mission to protect our health and natural resources. The 
