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“Farm to school has become a means for the reclamation of Native American identi
From the Archive: Farm to School in Native Communities (2015)
We’re thrilled to welcome these industry leaders to FoodCorps.
FoodCorps Welcomes Three New Board Members
FoodCorps will support school nutrition work in the Houston Independent School District.
FoodCorps Announces Partnership in Houston, Texas
A 2019 story from Michigan about when hunger hits hardest.
From the Archive: Snow Days, Hungry Days (2019)
15 years of progress, challenges, and advocacy in school food policy.
Policy Spotlight: 15 Years That Shaped School Meals
The program will invest millions in school food improvements.
FoodCorps Encouraged by USDA and HHS ‘Harvest to Hallways’ Initiative
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From the school cafeteria to national recognition, Hannah embodies what it means
When President Obama Calls Your Name: Meet Hannah Moore, FoodCorps Member
FoodCorps staff share what Juneteenth means to them.
Honoring Juneteenth Through Food, Joy, and Reflection
How this public health program affects us all.
SNAP 101: What to Know About SNAP
A complex process with a simple bottom line: well-fed kids who are ready to lear
How Are School Meals Funded?
"Food sits at the place where learning and doing meet." Curt Ellis's commencement
Called to a Life of Nourishment: A Commencement Address
The way we teach matters as much as the way we feed.
3 Ways Food in School Helps the Environment
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.
School Meals Continue to Connect With Virtual Learners
Despite the challenges of COVID, school nutrition professionals continue to strengthen cafeteria-community connections.
The meaning of universal free meals
A future where every student can receive a free school meal could have lasting implications for the nation’s children and food industry.