Slide Deck: From Purchase to Plate: Creative Procurement & Menu Solutions from the Island to the Mainland

This session highlighted innovative and effective strategies sponsors are employing to meet the demand for summer meals. Discover creative procurement methods, including successful partnerships with local farmers, grocers, and community members to develop culturally appropriate, high-quality menus. We explored practical menu solutions, such as incorporating shelf-stable foods, DoD fresh produce, and other resourceful approaches, to ensure consistent access to nutritious meals for children. Learn actionable insights and best practices to implement a variety of meal service methods, including unitized, bulk meal distribution, and home delivery.