Turning Evidence Into Community Impact

At the NI Research Hub, we believe research should do more than sit in reports. It should help organizations understand what is working, where gaps exist, and how to strengthen the programs serving their communities. Through practical research support, evaluation, data storytelling, and community-informed insights, we help partners turn evidence into action that improves implementation, supports funding opportunities, and creates measurable impact.

Core Capabilities

  • Validation Studies

  • Program Evaluation

  • Implementation Support

  • Impact Report

  • Research Translation

Bridge The Gap Between Research & Implementation

  • School Systems

    Supports school systems with research and insights that strengthen nutrition, wellness, and student- and staff-centered initiatives.

  • Government

    Supports government and public sector partners with research strategies that inform planning, evaluation, and more equitable community outcomes.

  • Non-profits & Coalitions

    Supports nonprofits and coalitions with research and evaluation that strengthen impact, funding narratives, and community outcomes.

  • Foundation & Philanthropic

    Supports foundations and philanthropic organizations with research and evaluation that inform investment, equity, and measurable community impact.

  • Startups & B2B

    Supports startups and B2B organizations with research and insight that strengthen validation, strategy, and implementation.

  • Healthcare Systems

    Supports healthcare systems with research and insights that strengthen health equity, patient education, care access, and population health outcomes.

  • Academic Collaborators

    Supports academic collaborators with research, engagement, and implementation support that translate findings into practical community and organizational tools.

  • Community Organizations

    Supports community organizations with accessible research and insights that strengthen programs, community needs, and local impact.

Looking For A Research and Evaluation Partner?

Reach out to get started on a partnership that transforms evidence into action for stronger programs and real-world nutrition impact.

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