SNA Research

SNF has launched a new professional development program that is free to all school nutrition professionals. LEAD to Succeed™ is made possible through a $2 million grant from USDA.

SNA is calling on Congress to permanently offer school meals to all students at no charge through the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs and to take additional steps to ensure the long-term sustainability of school meal programs.

SNA applauded Congress for passing a stimulus bill which includes critical funds to offset some of the losses school nutrition programs have incurred during the pandemic.

A new SNA survey reveals the severe financial toll school meal programs have incurred as they adapt to safely meet the nutritional needs of students during the pandemic.

USDA announced the extension of all SFSP and SSO waivers through the end of SY 2020/21. SNA applauded USDA and Congress for their work to address challenges faced by school nutrition professionals, working to feed hungry children during the pandemic.

SNA is praising the House of Representatives’ vote to extend critical school meal program waivers through the end of SY 2020/2021 and urging speedy Senate approval and USDA action to implement the waiver extensions.

SNA commended USDA’s decision today to extend all SFSP/SSO waivers through as late as December 31, 2020, allowing schools to offer meals to all children at no charge this fall.