This federal Project Grant award of $3,734,085 was provided by the Child Nutrition Division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (CFDA 10.582 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program) to the Oregon Department of Education. The grant will fund the distribution of free fresh fruits and vegetables to elementary schools across Oregon with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price meals through the National School Lunch Program. The goal is to increase fruit and vegetable consumption, promote healthy eating habits, and enhance overall nutrition and diet quality among young students. The grant period runs from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025. The Oregon Department of Education will serve as the primary grantee and distribute sub-awards to local school districts, educational service districts, and community organizations throughout the state to implement the program and provide the free produce to eligible elementary schools. Key sub-awardees include Sheridan School District, Lane County School District 4J, South Lane School District, Coos Bay Schools Community Foundation, Multnomah County School District 1J (Portland Public Schools), and various other Oregon school districts.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $3.7m | 10/24/24 |
Grant Number | Description | Subgrantee | Prime Award | Dollars Obligated (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort ascending) |
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83693S | Central Point School District | Project Grant 257OROR1L1603 | $32.9k | 12/5/24 | |
83691S | Central Point School District | Project Grant 257OROR1L1603 | $39.1k | 12/5/24 | |
83828S | Sheridan School District | Project Grant 257OROR1L1603 | $32.9k | 12/5/24 | |
83736S | Hood River County School District | Project Grant 257OROR1L1603 | $31.8k | 12/5/24 | |
83763S | Mcminnville School District | Project Grant 257OROR1L1603 | $36.0k | 12/5/24 |