Get Schools Cooking Application Opens 8/1

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Seema

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Get Schools Cooking

A program of Chef Ann Foundation, Get Schools Cooking (GSC) is an intensive 3-year assessment and strategic planning program that provides school districts with comprehensive support to transition from a heat and serve to scratch cook operational model.

GSC is open to school districts across the country thanks to generous support from the program's partners, including Whole Kids Foundation, the Rachael Ray Foundation, and an Anonymous Funder.

Program Targeted Outcomes

1. Increase knowledge surrounding scratch cooking
2. Assist with implementing operational changes to support scratch cooking
3. Support districts working towards a scratch-cook meal program centered around fresh, whole foods

Eligibility

To apply, school districts must meet the following criteria:

• Be firmly committed to working towards a scratch-cook meal program centered around fresh, whole foods
• Demonstrate support for improvement from district leadership
• Participate in the National School Lunch Program and run a self-operated food service program

The application opens August 1, 2024.

Learn more at thelunchbox.org/gsc.

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Seema Jolly | she/her/hers

FoodCorps | Impact & Partnerships Lead, Michigan

(269) 352-6224 (cell)

foodcorps.org | @foodcorps

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