WE CONNECT SCHOOLS WITH PRODUCERS
All Students Can Eat Fresh, Local Foods
Real Fresh Food, Real Impact
Impact during the 2024-2025 school year1.
pounds of local food served
participating school districts
PRODUCERS SUPPORTED
Dollars invested into the local food economy
Dollars invested over the past 10 years
CHILDREN ENGAGED AT TOTALLY TASTY EVENTS
Schools Council bid. Totally Tasty data is collected by the Cuyahoga County Board of Health.
We Make Farm to School Work
From procurement to promotion, we help schools and producers navigate farm to school programming with the tools and resources they need.
PRODUCER READINESS
We prepare producers to meet school standards so students can enjoy the freshest food from their own communities.
LOCAL FOOD PROCUREMENT
We guide schools through compliant, cost-effective local food purchasing so students can enjoy fresher meals without districts breaking their budgets.
HARVEST OF THE MONTH
Every season has its freshest picks. Help students be inspired by resources that promote a year-long interest in local foods.
COST SHARE
Every district deserves fresh, local foods. We invest in schools and producers that demonstrate commitment to their local food system. Our cost share program offers up to $4,000 in funding to offset costs.
More information coming soon.
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Totally Tasty taste test events, Food Leaders Alliance student ambassadors, and educational resourses help students get excited about healthy foods.
FEED OUR FUTURE ACADEMY
Our foodservice staff training courses fit busy schedules while improving student dining experiences.
FARM TO EARLY CARE & EDUCATION
We work with Early Ages Healthy Stages (EAHS) to design programs for infants, toddlers, and young learners.
Equal Access to Fresh Food & Opportunity
We’re building an inclusive food system where every child can eat well and every grower can contribute to their community’s health. Our partnerships remove barriers, so students benefit from diverse, local food sources.
Let's Talk About Farm to School for You
Not sure where to start? We’ll walk you through it, whether you’re a producer or school food service director. Meet with our team to discuss your goals, vision, and how we can help—at no cost to you.
Meet with a Feed Our Future team member to talk about your challenges and priorities.
Based on needs and resources, we can provide:
- Support for Schools:
- OCS bid purchasing information and guidance
- Cost share program funding
- Scheduling a Totally Tasty event
- Support for Producers:
- A custom readiness plan
- Funding options
- Information about food safety training
- Assistance to apply for the OCS bid
HARVEST OF THE MONTH
We created the Harvest of the Month program for each month’s fresh picks! The Harvest of the Month item for August is PEACHES! Learn more about our resources & recipes to fuel growing minds and bodies.
Upcoming Events in the Community
See what’s happening in your region to improve student nutrition through Totally Tasty taste test events, conferences, training, and seasonal celebrations.
Ohio Farm to School Quarterly Meeting – September 11, 2025
A collaborative gathering for educators, farmers, and food service professionals to discuss and advance farm-to-school initiatives in Ohio, promoting local food sourcing, educational programs, and healthier meals for students.
Ohio Farm to Early Care and Education Meeting – October 3, 2025
A focused meeting for early childhood educators, providers, and food suppliers to explore ways to integrate locally sourced foods into early care and education settings, fostering healthier habits from a young age.
Healthy Meals Summit – October 22-23, 2025
A two-day summit bringing together nutrition experts, food service professionals, and community leaders to discuss strategies for improving school and community meal programs, with a focus on nutritious, sustainable, and accessible meal options.
National Farm to Cafeteria Conference – December 1-4, 2025
This national event gathers farm to school advocates, food service professionals, and local farmers to share innovative strategies for connecting schools, cafeterias, and local food systems, aiming to build stronger, healthier communities through food.
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