Eastside Partnering In Good: Midwest Food Connection
Originating in 1993 as part of a combined outreach initiative between two Twin Cities co-ops, Midwest Food Connection (MFC) has successfully expanded their programming beyond that initial footprint to include much more of the metro area. Following their mission, “Midwest Food Connection brings educational adventures in food, cooking, and gardening to children and their families.” They’re now teaching in over 50 schools! That means they’re deepening the connection to food with thousands of young people every year.
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“This is such a great way to introduce kids to new foods, help them think about foods in a new way, and interact with and try new foods”
A survey conducted by Midwest Food Connection cited that 80% of their students tell their families about recipes they’ve learned in their classes. Over half of those students have brought the recipes to life in their home kitchen. When we can collectively impact the life of a child through food and education, we help fulfill part of our own mission to serve others and nourish our community.
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Eastside is proud to have provided annual fiscal support to MFC since 2017. We look forward to many more years of partnership with them.