Gretchen Swanson Center For Nutrition

The Gretchen Swanson Center for Nutrition is the only independent non-profit research center of its kind with expertise in measurement and evaluation of public health nutrition-related programs. Nationally, we offer process and outcome program evaluation, including the development and implementation of mixed-methods approaches. We advise on appropriate and feasible theoretical frameworks within a socioecological model to build evidence-based plans that are within your budget and feasible, yet also scientifically rigorous. You could benefit from our evaluation expertise if you are: - Looking to measure change created by your public health program. - required by a funder to get a third-party evaluation, - are exploring options for program expansion, - or if you are a funder looking to ensure that your investments are having a positive effect on your community. Types of Services We Offer: - Evaluation Planning - Assessment (to support Intervention Planning) - Measures Development and Data Collection - Data Analysis - Deliverables - Specialty Skills (such as developing and/or modifying survey items and testing for validity and reliability, developing and modifying techniques specific to diet and physical activity assessment, evaluating technical assistance, among others)