ATLANTA — The state of Georgia is set to receive more than $2 million after HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the Trump Administration is pumping $225 million in to improve the federal Head Start program.

The Head Start program provides free or low-cost services to preschoolers.

According to Kennedy Jr., there is a focus on nutrition and kids in the programs are being fed highly-processed foods and that needs to change.

“Good health begins with good nutrition, and the earliest years of a child’s life shape health for decades to come,” said Kennedy Jr. “We are strengthening Head Start nutrition and creating healthier, safer environments that give children a stronger foundation for lifelong health. By putting prevention first, we are advancing President Trump’s commitment to Make America Healthy Again.”

The funds are set to be allocated to 11 Georgia programs including: Clayton County Community Service Authority Inc, Coastal Georgia Area Community Action Authority, Coastal Plain Area Economic Opportunity Authority, Inc., Family Resource Agency, Inc., Family Resource Agency, Inc., Macon-Bibb County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc., Ninth District Opportunity, Inc, Our House, Inc., Resurgent Education and Community Health Service, Inc., Southwest Georgia Community Action Council, Inc., and Telamon Corporation.

Health and Human Resources officials say the funding will help Head Start programs improve access to nutrient-dense foods, strengthen food preparation and storage capacity.

“Children thrive in environments tailored to their health, safety, and development,” said Director of the Office of Head Start Lizbeth Casco White.

It is also expected to support farm-to-table and gardening initiatives, provide nutrition education for children and families, and make other investments that promote healthy development, according to officials.