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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
FoodCorps Statement Announcing Departure of Kumar Chandran
Chandran has been selected to serve as Senior Adviser for Nutrition in the Office of the Secretary at the Department of Agriculture.
Making farm-to-school accessible for all
FoodCorps alum Kendal Chavez dreamed of expanding and diversifying New Mexico’s farm to school program. Now that dream is growing roots.
FoodCorps x EatingWell: Don’t Yuck My Yum!
The narrative of “yummy” or “yucky” foods is due for a change. Food has an emotional impact on children and we should start talking about it.
Four Things President Biden Can Do for Students’ Wellbeing
The first 100 days of Biden’s presidency are an opportune time to take steps towards free school meals, strengthened SNAP benefits, and more.
Immune-Boosting & Comforting Recipe: Puréed Carrot and Ginger Soup
Indulge in this delicious soup recipe from FoodCorps and sweetgreen's kid-friendly recipe booklet, "More Fruits and Veggies, Please!"