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Welcome to the Skillet, where we share stories about the power of food in schools. Read on for more about our work.

Congressional SNAP cuts are shifting costs to states and could threaten access to free school meals, nutrition education, and nourishing food for kids.
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Congress Cut SNAP. States Got the Bill. Kids Face the Consequences.

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Fellows gather at the Kindred Opening Weekend in Philadelphia in October. Photo by Justus Henry, Margo Reed Studio.
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FoodCorps Welcomes Second Cohort of Kindred Fellows 

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The sun rises over the Capitol building as we reflect on what the next Congress will mean for our kids.

Because our kids deserve more than promises.

Stories, Policy

New Congress, New Champions, One Shared Commitment to Kids

The FoodCorps logo on a two-toned golden background. The Skillet is FoodCorps' hub for news, stories, Kindred updates, and resources.

We look forward to working with lawmakers to create the school food system our children

News, Policy

FoodCorps Celebrates Growing Momentum for Policies Supporting Kids

FoodCorps member Isabelle Tersio brings science into the classroom with lessons on food and nutrition.

“My time with FoodCorps continues to shape my passion for pediatric medicine.”

Stories, 15th anniversary

From the Archive: The Science of Service (2020)

Congressional SNAP cuts are shifting costs to states and could threaten access to free school meals, nutrition education, and nourishing food for kids.

We cannot expect healthier eating habits while eliminating the programs that support

Stories, Policy

Congress Cut SNAP. States Got the Bill. Kids Face the Consequences.

Fellows gather at the Kindred Opening Weekend in Philadelphia in October. Photo by Justus Henry, Margo Reed Studio.

School nutrition leaders will spend the year honing their skills as changemakers

News, kindred

FoodCorps Welcomes Second Cohort of Kindred Fellows 

Signage welcoming visitors to The Peoples' Farm in Arizona, dedicated to revitalizing Native foodways; photos of the three authors of the piece along the right side.

“Farm to school has become a means for the reclamation of Native American identi

Stories, 15th anniversary

From the Archive: Farm to School in Native Communities (2015)

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3 Ways School Food Is Evolving
Stories

3 Ways School Food Is Evolving

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An illustration representing highlights in 15 years of school food policy, including free school meals legislation, farm to school progress, and colorful trays of school food.

15 years of progress, challenges, and advocacy in school food policy.

August 26, 2026

Policy Spotlight: 15 Years That Shaped School Meals

FoodCorps alum Becca Sanchez poses with other members and alumni at a cafeteria event.

Corps member alumni reflect on their experiences over the last 15 years.

August 10, 2026

Lunch Today, Leaders Tomorrow: 15 Years of FoodCorps

An overhead photo of a child with dark hair and a plaid shirt sitting at a lunch table and scooping meat into a taco shell. SNAP helps make sure kids can afford school meals.

How this public health program affects us all.

August 06, 2026

SNAP 101: What to Know About SNAP

Hannah Moore, FoodCorps member in Maine, talks to students at a lunch room table

From the school cafeteria to national recognition, Hannah embodies what it means

June 19, 2026

When President Obama Calls Your Name: Meet Hannah Moore, FoodCorps Member

Honoring Juneteenth Through Food, Joy, and Reflection

FoodCorps staff share what Juneteenth means to them.

June 10, 2026

Honoring Juneteenth Through Food, Joy, and Reflection

A student selects options from a school meals salad bar

A complex process with a simple bottom line: well-fed kids who are ready to lear

June 03, 2026

How Are School Meals Funded?

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Grow Your Own Food with Tips from A School Garden Teacher
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Grow Your Own Food with Tips from A School Garden Teacher

FoodCorps service member Sanaya Irani, serving with Detroit Public Schools, shares tips to grow your own food from home during the pandemic.

With Schools Closed, Their Gardens Take on a New Role
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With Schools Closed, Their Gardens Take on a New Role

Despite school closures due to COVID-19, FoodCorps service members find new and creative ways to support their communities.

What is the HEROES Act?
Stories, Policy

What is the HEROES Act?

The House of Representatives' $3 trillion HEROES Act includes critical measures to help ensure families and kids stay nourished through COVID-19.

FoodCorps is the National Farm to School Network’s 2020 National Partner of the Year
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FoodCorps is the National Farm to School Network’s 2020 National Partner of the Year

We're joining forces as the National Farm to School Network's 2020 National Partner of the Year, working together to meet the urgent needs of this moment and ensure healthy food for all.

How FoodCorps Helps Kids Across the Nation Develop Healthy Eating Habits
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How FoodCorps Helps Kids Across the Nation Develop Healthy Eating Habits

Erica Curry, Director of Education at FoodCorps, talks with The Beet about how to encourage healthy eating at home while schools are shut down.