FATE Initiative - Food Allergy Training & Education

09/03/2025

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A message for those, and the parents of those, that DO NOT HAVE to live with or manage food allergies..

When my sister died from her food allergy in 2018 at the age of 30, I did a media tour across Canada for food allergy awareness — this segment with Toronto’s CP24 Toronto's Breaking News & to discuss the topic of in your preparations — snack and lunch preparations, adherence of the allergen restrictions in schools, and bullying.

We at know there’s a heck of a lot more to be aware of this year, but that doesn’t mean dropping your guard on everything else, including .

📲 More information at FateInitiative.com

08/11/2025

A step in the right direction!

FARE is excited to share that Target has launched an Allergen Friendly Foods page just in time for back to school! This curated selection features products with on-pack statements that they or their facility are free from at least one of the FDA-recognized Top 9 allergens. It’s a welcome step toward making grocery shopping easier for families managing food allergies. Remember to always check every label for the most accurate allergen and ingredient information before purchasing. https://www.target.com/c/allergen-friendly-foods/-/N-xsft1

07/20/2025

The FDA has accepted the New Drug Application for Anaphylm, a sublingual (under-the-tongue) epinephrine film being developed by Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc. for the treatment of severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. A decision is expected by January 31, 2026.
Why does this matter? Access and ease of use can make a life-saving difference during an allergic reaction. We look forward to having even more options for treatment for the food allergy community.
https://bit.ly/4lZcXYu

06/18/2025

I know it's been a while since our last post, but I wanted to prouly share our newest partnership:

I was recently asked to join a newly formed Allergy Advisory Council for MenuTrinfo, a one-of-a-kind certification program — Certified Free From (CFF) Allergens — for consumer-packaged goods (CPG) and food manufacturers that want to offer 100% allergen-free products to customers.

I'm proud to have been asked, not only as the founder of our organization, but also as a former chef, restaurateur and hospitality professional - providing insight into the inner-workings of foodservice operations, food retail, and overall related products and services.

I am looking forward to convening in Chicago next week during the Center for Food Allergy and Asthma Research Conference to meet with our fellow council members from across the Nation!

- Joey

More information about this initiative at: https://cfffoods.org/

01/15/2025

All too familiar. All too common.
Another food allergy related death that could have been prevented if the proper training was mandated in foodservice.

A woman has died of anaphylaxis after a week in ICU, after consuming a nut-cookie from Crumbl Cookies Crumbl Canada in Ajax, ON that was allegedly mislabeled.

A Toronto woman is demanding more clarity on food packaging labels, following the tragic loss of her partner after consuming a Crumbl Cookie.

01/15/2025

All too familiar, and all too common...
Another food allergy death that could have been prevented with the proper training and education.

A woman who visited a Crumbl Cookies Crumbl Canada in Ajax, ON has died of anaphylaxis after a week in the ICU.

A Toronto woman is demanding more clarity on food packaging labels, following the tragic loss of her partner after consuming a Crumbl Cookie.