Ardmore Institute of Health Grant Initiative
Through support from the Ardmore Institute of Health, Cooking on Purpose Health delivered a 16-week Nourish & Thrive Virtual Community Group and hosted hands-on healthy cooking classes that helped participants build confidence preparing nourishing meals and building sustainable, joyful eating habits in everyday life
Nourish & Thrive Community Group
Our first Nourish & Thrive cohort brought participants together for 16 weeks of physician-guided nutrition education, live cooking instruction, and supportive community-based lifestyle change.
Guidance
Participants received physician-led nutrition education focused on practical, everyday food choices and sustainable habit change..
Community
Participants built supportive relationships with others working toward healthier lifestyles through shared discussion and group encouragement.
Accountability
Regular sessions helped participants stay engaged, overcome barriers, and continue building confidence with joyful eating habits.
Program Impact Through the Grant
Through the Ardmore Institute of Health grant, Cooking on Purpose Health delivered 8 biweekly Nourish & Thrive sessions over 16 weeks and hosted hands-on healthy cooking classes designed to help participants practice simple, affordable meals at home.
- Participants attended 8 physician-led sessions across 16 weeks
- Dive into group support sessions led by physicians for health coaching.
- Engage with fellow participants through secure community forums on the Healthie platform.
Participants weren’t given another diet plan — they were given practical tools, cooking skills, and community support to create lasting lifestyle change.
The Nourish & Thrive Community Group created a supportive, judgment-free space where participants could begin shifting their relationship with food toward sustainable, joyful eating habits rooted in real-life practice.
Community Cooking Class
In addition to the 16-week Nourish & Thrive Community Group, Cooking on Purpose Health hosted hands-on community cooking classes that helped participants practice preparing simple plant-forward meals in a supportive learning environment.
These classes focused on building confidence in the kitchen and making healthy eating more accessible in everyday life.