About Us:
Urban School Food Alliance
The Urban School Food Alliance was created by school foodservice professionals in 2012 to address the unique needs of the nation’s largest school districts. As a 501©3 nonprofit, we share best practices, develop procurement strategies, and advocate for the health and wellness of students.
Our
Mission
Leveraging our collective voice to transform school meals
Our
Vision
To be the leading change agent for advancing high-quality school meals that foster student achievement
Creating an
Alliance
“We weren’t trying to be a buying group, we were trying to be a market changer.”
In the summer of 2012, representatives from six of the largest school districts in the country began to discuss the idea of a partnership. These districts shared many commonalities: progressive leadership, a commitment to collaboration and incredible purchasing power.
They also shared concerns that the existing school food system was not meeting their needs and a willingness to stimulate that system to obtain healthy, high-quality products for the students they serve. During the initial meeting, members discussed their common ground, potential paths for partnership and opportunities to use their collective voices to create change.
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The latest news and headlines from Urban School Food Alliance
Urban School Food Alliance welcomes Gwinnett County Public Schools to membership
Aug 15, 2024
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15, 2024 – The Urban School Food Alliance, a collaborative of the largest school districts in...
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Aug 13, 2024
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USFA wins Summit Award at ASAE
Jul 25, 2024
WASHINGTON, July 25, 2024 – The Urban School Food Alliance is honored to announce that it has been recognized by...
Urban School Food Alliance commends USDA School Meal Nutrition Standards Final Rule
Apr 25, 2024
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2024 – The Urban School Food Alliance stands behind the science-based, reasonable approach...