CN farm to school grant

The federal Project Grant award of $100,000 was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service under the Farm to School Grant Program (CFDA 10.575). The grant was awarded on July 22, 2024 to DC Central Kitchen Inc., a non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C. The funding will support the organization's initiatives to improve access to local foods in child nutrition programs and create opportunities for students to learn about food systems. Key activities include procuring local foods for school meals, developing school gardens, providing agricultural education, and strengthening supply chains between local producers and schools. The grant program demonstrates a focus on projects that serve high-need communities, incorporate agricultural education, and have potential for long-term sustainability in connecting students with local food systems.