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As kids around the country celebrate the start of summer break, FoodCorps is celebrating
Spotlight: Kindred Fellows
Press ContactNathan GarciaFoodCorpsnathan.garcia@foodcorps.org FoodCorps Kindred
FoodCorps Kindred Fellows Convene in Washington, D.C., to Advocate for School Meals and Food Education
This week, Senate Agriculture Committee Chair John Boozman released a Farm Bill
FoodCorps' Statement on Chairman Boozman's Farm Bill Draft
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It’s easy to take for granted the fact that U.S. public schools are set up to
How Are School Meals Funded?
Commencement Address to the Graduates of the The Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman
Called to a Life of Nourishment: A Commencement Address
Federal Policy The Farm Bill On April 30, the House passed its version of
The Policy Brief, Spring 2026: What’s Moving in School Food Policy
We know that food in school matters for kids’ health and well-being. But did you
3 Ways Food in School Helps the Environment
This Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, we asked FoodCorps
AAPI Voices: Food as a Love Language
Spring is on its way! We hope you're getting ready for the warmer weather, more
19 Plant Jokes for Kids and Families
What the American Rescue Plan Means for National Service
The American Rescue Plan included a number of wins for national service. What impact will it have on service members?
Exclusive: Padma Lakshmi And Iliza Shlesinger Partner With FoodCorps For National Service Initiative
TV host and producer, Padma Lakshmi and comedian Iliza Shlesinger are teaming up with FoodCorps to promote children’s access to healthy meals.
Report: How Schools Have Worked Together to Feed Kids During COVID-19
We wanted to learn how school communities are keeping kids fed during these challenging times. Here are the mid-year findings.
After the Application: What to Expect in the Interview Process
Here’s what to expect from the rest of the application process and some tips and tricks for preparing for interviews.
What We’re Looking For in a Service Member
Applying to serve with FoodCorps? Here's what to highlight in your service member application.