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IntroductionThe purpose of this study was to identify coping strategies, resources, and strengths that predict well‐being in a community‐based sample of youth with varying levels of adversity.DesignGrounded in the resilience portfolio model, we used a mixed methods approach with data from a cross‐sectional sample of 231 youth ages 8–17.Materials and MethodsData were collected using a survey, participant‐generated timeline activity, and brief interview. Measures included assessments of coping and appraisal, resilience resources and assets, and subjective well‐being and depression.ResultsActive and passive coping strategies predicted subjective well‐being and depression. Controlling for demographics and coping, meaning making strengths and supportive relationships were significant predictors of subjective well‐being and lower depression, and decreased the impact of adversity on these outcomes.DiscussionThe results of this study provide support for the resilience portfolio model in a community‐based sample of youth, with relationships as predicted for subjective well‐being and symptoms of depression. For both outcomes, family relationships held the strongest associations with positive well‐being and lower symptoms of depression. Supportive relationships with peers, meaning making strengths, interpersonal strengths, less passive coping, and fewer adverse life events were also associated with better outcomes.ConclusionsThese findings underscore the need to assess youth resources and strengths and to design interventions that target these protective factors for all youth, regardless of exposure to adversity.Clinical RelevanceA theory‐informed understanding of resources and strengths that predict youth well‐being is essential to inform strengths‐based interventions for pediatric research and practice. The resilience portfolio model is a useful framework for understanding predictors of youth well‐being.

ObjectivesTo evaluate the outcomes of increasing mobile market service from mostly biweekly in 2019 to weekly in 2021.DesignRepeated, cross‐sectional customer intercept surveys.SampleMobile market customers in Summers 2019 (N = 302) and 2021 (N = 72).InterventionMobile food markets bring affordable, high‐quality foods to communities that lack such access.Measures/analysisOutcomes included food security, fruit/vegetable intake, and food‐related characteristics and behaviors. General linear and logistic regression models were used to assess associations between outcomes and survey year and length of mobile market shopping. Models were adjusted for economic assistance use, race, and ethnicity.ResultsNo outcomes were significantly different between 2019 (with mostly biweekly service) and 2021 (with weekly service). Length of mobile market shopping (e.g., >2 years, 1–2 years, etc.) was positively associated with affordable, quality food access (β = 0.20, SE = 0.10, p = .03) and fruit/vegetable intake (β = 0.28, SE = 0.08, p < .001) as well as lower odds of food insecurity in the last 12 months (aOR = 0.79, 95% CI = 0.64, 0.99).ConclusionsDespite COVID‐19 interrupting scheduled market service, the length of time that a survey respondent identified as a full‐service mobile market customer was associated with higher food access and fruit/vegetable intake and reduced food insecurity odds. These findings suggest promise and encourage further evaluation.

OBJECTIVES/GOALS: Rising rates of youth obesity, diabetes, depression, and anxiety necessitate programs that address physical and mental health concurrently. We describe a feasibility study for DiscoverU, an afterschool mentoring program that integrates multiple aspects of health including social emotional learning, physical activity, and mindful eating. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: Trained college students mentored middle and high school students in a Midwestern school district. DiscoverU was delivered 2 hours, 2 days/week for 8 weeks. Based on self-determination theory, DiscoverU was designed to meet National Afterschool Association healthy eating and physical activity and social emotional learning standards. We assessed feasibility with participant attendance (middle, high school, and college students) and acceptability through qualitative data from participants and relevant stakeholders regarding facilitators/barriers to program implementation. We observed indicators of mentoring, lesson fidelity, and assessed physical activity using accelerometry. Pre-post surveys measured self-realization, self-regulation, mindful eating, and physical activity self-efficacy. RESULTS/ANTICIPATED RESULTS: We expect DiscoverU to be feasible and well accepted. We anticipate attendance will be similar or higher than that of other afterschool programs in the district. From focus groups we expect to hear a variety of factors that facilitate/prevent program engagement and learn about the acceptability of specific lessons. We expect to gain insight on processes and procedures from school stakeholders that will inform the sustainability of DiscoverU. We expect program fidelity to be high and mentoring skills to improve over the course of the program. We anticipate the majority of participants will meet National Afterschool Alliance physical activity guidelines. Preliminary outcomes of self-determination, self-regulation, mindful eating, and physical activity self-efficacy are expected to improve over the program. DISCUSSION/SIGNIFICANCE: Findings will help determine the readiness of DiscoverU to be scaled to other schools. A subsequent randomized effectiveness study will evaluate DiscoverU’s impact on intervention mechanisms (e.g., self-determination, self-efficacy) as well as on physical activity, diet, weight, and depression/anxiety symptomology.