One of the most fundamental and intuitive facts about learning is that it’s hard to focus, or really do much of anything, if you’re hungry. There’s a hierarchy of needs, and stomachs come out on top.
Yet youth advocates are staring down a chilling deadline. June 30 is the last day for Congress to reauthorize a series of waivers that have allowed public schools to creatively deliver meals to students during the pandemic…
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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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USFA wins Summit Award at ASAE
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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...