CN farm to school grant

This federal Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service under the CFDA 10.575 Farm to School Grant Program provides $202,044.00 to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education. The funding will support the "CN FARM TO SCHOOL GRANT" initiative, with a project period from July 22, 2024 to June 30, 2026.

The grant aims to improve access to locally-sourced foods in child nutrition programs across Pennsylvania. Key activities will include procuring local agricultural products for school meals, developing school gardens, providing agricultural education for students, and strengthening supply chains between local producers and schools. The project is designed to enhance nutrition education, create opportunities for students to learn about food systems, and increase the use of locally-grown foods in school cafeterias.