Maplestone

Maplestone is a non-profit organization registered to receive federal grant awards from the U.S. government. Structured as a tax-exempt corporate entity, Maplestone is currently registered in SAM.gov until September 30, 2025. The organization primarily focuses on providing nutritional services and support for school children, particularly through programs aimed at improving access to healthy meals and fresh produce in educational settings. As a sub-grantee, Maplestone plays a crucial role in supporting nutritional initiatives for students in Maine, likely by assisting in the implementation and management of federal nutrition programs at the local level.

Based on its recent federal award history, Maplestone has received multiple federal grant sub-awards through the Maine Department of Education. These sub-awards are associated with two main programs: the National School Lunch Program and the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. The National School Lunch Program aims to provide cash grants and food donations to states for offering non-profit lunch services in schools, encouraging the domestic consumption of nutritious agricultural commodities. The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program provides free fresh fruits and vegetables to elementary schools with high percentages of children receiving free or reduced-price meals. Through these programs, Maplestone contributes to the provision of nutritious lunch services for school children and the distribution of fresh produce in eligible schools. By participating in these federal grant programs, Maplestone supports the U.S. government's efforts to improve childhood nutrition and promote healthy eating habits in educational environments across Maine.