Since 1992, Nourish California has played a crucial role in shaping the programs and policies that connect—and sometimes stand between—Californians and the food they need to thrive. We approach our work by focusing on the specific food needs within these communities:

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Young Children

We envision early care and early learning environments where all children have guaranteed access to nutritious, affordable meals.

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School-Age Children

We work to ensure that all children are well nourished and are able to thrive.

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Adults

We envision a California where all adults have the food they and their families need to thrive.

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Older Adults

We envision a California where all older people have the food they need to age with dignity.

Domestic Life
Immigrants

Our collective health and prosperity depend on all Californians having equitable access to nutritious, affordable food, no matter where they were born.

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Without equity, there is no food for all.

Our individual and collective well being depend on all Californians having consistent access to nutritious, affordable food.

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Media Resources

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New Report: Expanding Breakfast Drives Economic Growth

May 20, 2015 • Jared Call
5.19.2015 According to a new report released today, a 10 percent expansion of California’s school breakfast program would generate $42.7 million in economic activity while creating
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Statewide Poll Shows Strong Support for Breakfast After the Bell

April 9, 2015 • Jared Call
A recent statewide poll shows two-thirds of California voters support legislation requiring schools to integrate breakfast into the school day. link
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AB 1240, Breakfast After the Bell bill, Introduced

April 9, 2015 • Jared Call
Legislation Aims to Improve Student Achievement, Health Through Innovative Improvements to School Breakfast link
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Assessing New Approaches to CalFresh: A Survey

January 6, 2015 • Alexis Fernandez
A survey of low-income Californians finds favorable views of CalFresh and public efforts to support healthy eating. link
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School’s Out, Who Ate? 2014

July 7, 2014 • Elyse Homel Vitale
A Report on Summer Nutrition in California link
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County Profiles & Food Insecurity Data

November 19, 2013 • Tia Shimada
State and local data on food insecurity, nutrition, and health measures link
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School’s Out, Who Ate? 2013

June 1, 2013 • Alexis Fernandez
A Report on Summer Nutrition in California link