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“The Center for Ecoliteracy has been a steadfast partner in ensuring more and more California students have access to nutritious meals as well as education about the origins of their food and food systems.”
Jennifer Siebel Newsom, First Partner of California

“The Center for Ecoliteracy's California Food for California Kids Network demonstrates what’s possible when schools commit to purchasing more fresh and local foods from area small farmers for their cafeterias and classrooms.”
Karen Ross, Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture

“Thank you for providing support and leadership to continue improving the foods we serve our students.”
Amy Haessly, RD, Fallbrook Union Elementary School District

"I’ve been part of California Food for California Kids since I was just starting out as a school nutrition director. The Network offers a valuable community of support that showcases what's possible when we serve students more fresh, local school meals.”
Jen McNeil, RDN, SNS, Founder and CEO of LunchAssist

About the Center for Ecoliteracy

The Center for Ecoliteracy is reimagining school food as a pathway for learning and change.

For 30 years, we’ve transformed education in classrooms, cafeterias, and gardens—partnering with hundreds of school districts, supporting thousands of educators, and ensuring millions of children have access to nutritious meals at school.

Our core initiative, California Food for California Kids®, inspires schools to serve fresh, locally-sourced meals and engage students in the connections between food, culture, health, and the environment.

Together, we can build a healthier, more hopeful future for our children.

Visit us at ecoliteracy.org.