Let's Move Salad Bars to Schools
Forecasted
Let's Move Salad Bars to Schools, promoted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, helps schools boost student access to fresh produce by providing equipment and support for implementing salad bars.
Funder: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round via program website)
Funding Amounts: Approx. $2,800 value per award (typically in equipment/support for salad bars); no direct cash grants.
Summary: Supports schools in establishing salad bars to increase student access to fresh fruits and vegetables.
Key Information: FDACS does not administer this grant—apply directly through the program's website.
Description
This opportunity helps schools implement salad bars as part of their daily meal programs, aiming to increase access to fresh fruits and vegetables for students. The program provides resources—primarily equipment and support—valued at approximately $2,800 per school, enabling the integration of salad bars into school food service operations. The initiative is highlighted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) as an external grant but is managed by the sponsoring organization, not FDACS.
