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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
School Nutrition Directors Feed Communities Through the Pandemic
School nutrition directors are finding new solutions to ensure students receive uninterrupted meal service.
How Camden City School District is Persevering Through the Pandemic to Provide Nutrition Education to Students
Students at Camden City School District in Camden, N.J. continue to learn about healthy eating at home, despite the pandemic.
FoodCorps Statement on Appointment of Dr. Miguel Cardona as Secretary of Education
FoodCorps congratulates Dr. Cardona on his nomination as Secretary of Education, and we look forward to working with him on deepening the connection between school food and education.
Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts Made by FoodCorps Alumni
Shop from FoodCorps alums this holiday season! Check out these gifts from small businesses led by FoodCorps alumni across the country.
North Italia Supports FoodCorps’ Mission to Promote Healthy Food Initiatives For Kids
North Italia will donate 2 percent of proceeds from all gift card sales now through October 31, 2021 to FoodCorps.