In Edmonton, it is estimated that more than 40,000 children live in poverty and as a result, are more likely to experience food insecurity. We know that children and youth are not able to focus and learn effectively if they are not well nourished.
We are seeing increased food insecurity within and beyond socially complex communities. With these current challenges, access to daily nutrition supports has become an essential service all schools require to support families and enable students to succeed. Currently, schools and school nutrition partners are challenged with the growing demand for access to food amongst their students, as well as high food costs.
Donations to School Nutrition support Top-ups for Tummies - allowing schools to apply for funding to top-up and fill current gaps within their school nutrition strategies.
Top-ups for Tummies
The Foundation is excited to be able to provide School Nutrition support to schools at a time in our community when food insecurity is a challenge for many families. Top-ups for Tummies is an Edmonton Public Schools Division-wide strategy that allows schools to apply for funding to top-up and fill current gaps within their school nutrition strategies. It encourages equitable access to wholesome, nutritious food at school for students who need it most.
Top-ups for Tummies is made possible by a contribution from the Edmonton Community Foundation and additional community donors. Donations continue to be collected to ensure the sustainability of this program in future years.
