The School Nutrition Foundation continues to support school nutrition providing education and professional development for school nutrition professionals, conducting research to determine “best practices” and to enhance the field of school nutrition, and offering scholarships to those who are studying school nutrition and the fields that enhance their expertise in the operation and management of s
chool nutrition programs. The Foundation celebrated fifty years of service to the school nutrition community in 2014 and renewed its commitment to the men and women who provide healthy meals to school children. Hunger makes it difficult to learn, increases behavioral problems and has a long term negative impact of health outcomes. On the flip side, consistent access to nutritious meals makes a significant and positive impact, particularly on students experiencing poverty. School nutrition professional who plan, prepare, and serve meals to school children are making a difference in the lives of these children today. In addition, school children are learning to eat healthy foods which will help them to have a healthier life over the years. The Foundation seeks funding from individuals, corporations and foundations to assist school nutrition professionals as they provide nutritious meals for America’s children and create healthy eating behaviors for healthier tomorrows. You can make a difference! Support the School Nutrition Foundation!
