I recall this program, I believe it’s a Federal effort. From my experience in my neighborhood, though, I’m unsure of its impact - but data might prove me wrong.

I do agree that proximity usually trumps quality, especially in neighborhoods with limited options and populations which predominately don’t have private transportation. However, that’s also why prioritizing those underserved areas with quality grocers providing healthier options should be the focus, because that can also do the most positive impact.

Like I live in an area that is now considered a food desert after the closing of Mount Clare Junction’s supermarket and my car’s been in the shop for over a week - if I was less financially fortunate I would be having a tough time finding fresh grocery options via my local corner stores (they’re almost all of the plexiglass model where almost all the area within is prioritized to snacks, sodas, and tobacco and you’re lucky to find produce, fresh baked goods, or good dairy).