The Full Futures Partnership Advances School Nutrition in its Third Year
Campbell's Full Futures partnership marks three years of advancing school nutrition, now operating in Camden, N.J., Charlotte, N.C., and Hanover, P.A. The program has reached over 12,000 students, caregivers, and school staff across its locations, focusing on four key pillars: culture, infrastructure, nutrition education, and food access.
Key achievements include distributing 37,000 pounds of food through farmers' markets in Camden, implementing aquaponics systems reaching 1,500 students in Charlotte, and launching nutrition education initiatives. The program will officially launch in Hanover during the 2024-2025 school year, emphasizing family engagement and access to fresh, local foods.
The initiative partners with multiple organizations, including Alliance for a Healthier Generation, local school districts, and community organizations, aiming to create a replicable model for improving school nutrition nationwide.
I programmi Full Futures di Campbell segnano tre anni di progresso nella nutrizione scolastica, operando attualmente a Camden, N.J., Charlotte, N.C., e Hanover, P.A. Il programma ha raggiunto oltre 12.000 studenti, caregiver e membri del personale scolastico nelle sue sedi, concentrando l'attenzione su quattro pilastri fondamentali: cultura, infrastrutture, educazione alimentare e accesso al cibo.
I risultati chiave includono la distribuzione di 37.000 libbre di cibo tramite mercati degli agricoltori a Camden, l'implementazione di sistemi di acquaponica che raggiungono 1.500 studenti a Charlotte e il lancio di iniziative di educazione nutrizionale. Il programma sarà ufficialmente avviato a Hanover durante l'anno scolastico 2024-2025, enfatizzando il coinvolgimento delle famiglie e l'accesso a cibi freschi e locali.
L'iniziativa collabora con diverse organizzazioni, tra cui l'Alliance for a Healthier Generation, i distretti scolastici locali e le organizzazioni comunitarie, con l'obiettivo di creare un modello replicabile per migliorare la nutrizione scolastica a livello nazionale.
Las Futuros Completo de Campbell marcan tres años de avance en la nutrición escolar, operando actualmente en Camden, N.J., Charlotte, N.C., y Hanover, P.A. El programa ha alcanzado a más de 12,000 estudiantes, cuidadores y personal escolar en sus ubicaciones, enfocándose en cuatro pilares clave: cultura, infraestructura, educación nutricional y acceso a alimentos.
Los logros clave incluyen la distribución de 37,000 libras de comida a través de mercados de agricultores en Camden, la implementación de sistemas de acuaponía que impactan a 1,500 estudiantes en Charlotte, y el lanzamiento de iniciativas de educación nutricional. El programa se lanzará oficialmente en Hanover durante el año escolar 2024-2025, con un énfasis en la participación familiar y el acceso a alimentos frescos y locales.
La iniciativa colabora con múltiples organizaciones, incluyendo la Alianza por una Generación más Saludable, distritos escolares locales y organizaciones comunitarias, con el objetivo de crear un modelo replicable para mejorar la nutrición escolar a nivel nacional.
캠벨의 풀퓨처스 파트너십은 학교 영양 개선의 3년을 기념하며, 현재 뉴저지주 캠든, 노스캐롤라이나주 샬럿, 펜실베니아주 하나우어에서 운영되고 있습니다. 이 프로그램은 12,000명 이상의 학생, 보호자 및 학교 직원에게 도달하였으며, 문화, 인프라, 영양 교육, 식품 접근성의 네 가지 주요 기둥에 중점을 두고 있습니다.
주요 성과로는 캠든의 농산물 시장을 통해 37,000파운드의 식품을 배급하고, 샬럿에서 1,500명 학생에게 아쿠아포닉스 시스템을 구현하며, 영양 교육 이니셔티브를 시작한 것을 포함합니다. 프로그램은 2024-2025 학년도에 하나우어에서 공식 출범할 예정이며, 가족 참여 및 신선하고 지역적인 식품 접근성을 강조합니다.
이 이니셔티브는 건강한 세대를 위한 연합, 지역 학군 및 지역 사회 단체 등 여러 조직과 협력하여 전국적으로 학교 영양 개선을 위한 복제 가능한 모델을 만드는 것을 목표로 합니다.
Le programme Full Futures de Campbell marque trois ans d'avancement de la nutrition scolaire, opérant actuellement à Camden, N.J., Charlotte, N.C., et Hanover, P.A. Le programme a atteint plus de 12 000 étudiants, soignants et membres du personnel scolaire à travers ses emplacements, en se concentrant sur quatre piliers clés : culture, infrastructure, éducation nutritionnelle et accès à la nourriture.
Les réalisations clés incluent la distribution de 37 000 livres de nourriture par le biais de marchés fermiers à Camden, la mise en place de systèmes d'aquaponie atteignant 1 500 étudiants à Charlotte, et le lancement d'initiatives d'éducation nutritionnelle. Le programme sera officiellement lancé à Hanover pendant l'année scolaire 2024-2025, mettant l'accent sur l'engagement familial et l'accès à des aliments frais et locaux.
L'initiative s'associe à plusieurs organisations, dont l'Alliance pour une génération en meilleure santé, les districts scolaires locaux et les organisations communautaires, visant à créer un modèle reproductible pour améliorer la nutrition scolaire à l'échelle nationale.
Campbells Full Futures-Partnerschaft markiert drei Jahre Fortschritt in der Schulernährung und ist derzeit in Camden, N.J., Charlotte, N.C. und Hanover, P.A. tätig. Das Programm hat über 12.000 Schüler, Betreuer und Schulpersonal an seinen Standorten erreicht und konzentriert sich auf vier zentrale Säulen: Kultur, Infrastruktur, Ernährungsbildung und Zugang zu Lebensmitteln.
Zu den wichtigsten Erfolgen gehört die Verteilung von 37.000 Pfund Nahrung über Bauernmärkte in Camden, die Umsetzung von Aquaponiksystemen, die 1.500 Schüler in Charlotte erreichen, sowie die Einführung von Initiativen zur Ernährungsbildung. Das Programm wird während des Schuljahres 2024-2025 offiziell in Hanover gestartet, mit einem Schwerpunkt auf Familienengagement und Zugang zu frischen, lokalen Lebensmitteln.
Die Initiative arbeitet mit mehreren Organisationen zusammen, darunter die Alliance for a Healthier Generation, lokale Schulbezirke und Gemeindeorganisationen, mit dem Ziel, ein reproduzierbares Modell zur Verbesserung der Schulernährung auf nationaler Ebene zu schaffen.
- Reached over 12,000 students, caregivers, and school staff
- Successfully distributed 37,000 pounds of food through farmers' markets
- Expanded to three locations from initial single location
- Implemented sustainable agriculture education reaching 1,500 students
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2023-2024 Impact Report highlights program’s success in fostering healthier school communities
“The progress of Full Futures is only possible through the power of collaboration,” said Kate Barrett, President of The Campbell’s Foundation and Director, Campbell’s Community Affairs. “Schools are more than just places of learning; they’re community hubs that play an essential role in feeding and caring for students and families. Our district and nonprofit partners are the core of this effort, working together to make a lasting impact on the school community.”
A Holistic Approach to School Nutrition
In its third year, Full Futures reached over 12,000 students, caregivers and school staff in schools across
- Culture: Building a foundation of healthy habits through policies, programs and partnerships.
- Infrastructure: Providing schools with the equipment and training needed to serve nutritious meals and teach about nutrition.
- Nutrition education: Empowering students and families with knowledge about healthy eating.
- Food access: Expanding year-round access to nourishing food, both within schools and throughout communities.
“Full Futures is a shining example of how public-private partnerships can drive meaningful change in school nutrition,” said Kathy Higgins, Chief Executive Officer, Alliance for a Healthier Generation. “This initiative demonstrates how our local efforts can grow into a larger movement for equitable whole child health. We look forward to further collaboration with Campbell’s to meet the essential nutrition needs of students and their families, so they can live healthy and happy lives."
Camden Program Highlights
Full Futures Camden made significant strides to support menu change and nutrition education during its third year. Key achievements include:
- Monthly farmers’ markets hosted at district schools to connect communities with fresh, local produce, distributing 37,000 pounds of food
- New School Nutrition Student Ambassador program launched to engage students in food preparation, gardening and community outreach, promoting healthy eating and sustainability
- Culinary staff professional development and training for food service and student workers to enhance meal quality and creativity
- Recipe development that incorporates delicious and nutritious options into school menus, including “TryDay Friday” tastings to introduce students to new recipes
- Cooking Matters classes for kids and families to learn about nutrition, prepare healthy meals and build lifelong healthy habits
“It truly takes a village to accomplish the critical work we're doing, and I'm incredibly grateful for the strong partnerships we've built to support the children of Camden,” said Arlethia Brown, Senior Director of School Nutrition,
Charlotte Program Highlights
In its second program year, Full Futures Charlotte continued to support culinary and agriculture education for students of all ages. Key achievements include:
- Aquaponics and hydroponics system installations and related curriculum, providing over 1,500 students with hands-on learning experiences
- Family Nutrition Nights promoting healthy eating habits and fostering community connections through interactive activities and free produce
- Farm-to-school internships to provide high school students with valuable professional experience related to sustainable agriculture and culinary arts
- Nutrition education at mobile farmers markets with hands-on cooking demonstrations and nutrition education, focusing on food preparation, storage and label reading
- Student field trips and hands-on cooking lessons, empowering students to make informed food choices, develop culinary skills and understand the importance of sustainable food practices
“The Full Futures partnership has allowed us to implement career awareness and readiness through field trips, guest speakers and internships in agriculture and nutrition fields,” said Deepal Patel, Culinary Arts, Agriculture, Hospitality and Tourism Curriculum Coordinator at
The Full Futures program expanded to
Program partners across all three locations have been instrumental in the success of Full Futures. They include
An important goal of the program is to document lessons learned and best practices to create a comprehensive program roadmap to enable other communities to implement similar initiatives and improve school nutrition nationwide.
Learn more in the Full Futures Year 3 Impact Report.
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About Alliance for a Healthier Generation
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