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Our programs help leaders become change agents in their local communities.

Why school food leadership?

School food has enormous potential to shape better futures for kids. But too often, schools face a leadership gap in nourishing meals and food education. Our leadership programs are designed to reach professionals who already work in these systems—like teachers and school nutrition staff—and grow their expertise, networks, and influence to the next level, so they can bring real, positive change to their communities.

Our Leadership Programs

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    Food-E

    Created in partnership with Teachers College, Columbia University, this credentialing course teaches evidence-based strategies for adding food education into your curriculum.

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    Kindred Fellowship

    Our fellowship program convenes rising school food leaders to drive change in school nutrition, at home and on a national scale.

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    FoodCorps Leadership Network

    Changemakers across school food can stay connected through our digital platform for mentorship, career support, resources, and more.

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Without FoodCorps, I absolutely would not be where I am today.

Kira McNealy, Nutrition Education program coordinator for share our strength and foodcorps alum

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