About Brighter Bites

Our Story

How a spurned slice of cake sparked a new kind of co-op.

Our Process

Eight steps to Brighter Bites.

Our Team

The people behind every bag.

Our Partners

We are humbled by the support of our incredible partners.

This material was funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP.

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Apr 24

It's official! We are happy to share that #BrighterBites is now serving families in Las Cruces, New Mexico📍🎊

“Our ultimate goal is to create behavior change that improves children’s health, especially among populations who are disproportionately vulnerable to developing obesity and diet-related diseases. When successful, we can eliminate health disparities and address health equity.” -Mike Pomeroy, Vice President of Operations at Brighter Bites

We are so grateful for our partners at @RoadrunnerFoodBank and @nmsu_ican for making our program possible!

The first distribution in Las Cruces took place in February and continues through May. Brighter Bites looks forward to continuing programming in the summer and fall with hopes to continue to expand its reach in Las Cruces.

"Brighter Bites has created an opportunity to support families in providing fresh fruits and vegetables for their homes. Every campus has seen a consistent turnout from families which has provided an opportunity to connect with all families in a new way,” said Naomi Chavez Lopez, Community School Manager at LCPS. “Brighter Bites has created an opportunity for schools to remove the stigma of receiving food and has focused on expanding palates for families with familiar and new produce."

To learn more about how to volunteer or partner in Las Cruces, visit brighterbites.org/location/las-cruces!

#BrighterBitesLasCruces #FreshProduce #NutritionEducation

Apr 23

Ms. Georgina is a dedicated #BrighterBites #volunteer & parent at Braeburn Elementary in @houstontxisd . Thank you for your kind words Ms. Georgina, you are one in a melon🙌!

Eager to make a difference? See link in bio to join our amazing volunteer team today!

Apr 22

This week, we celebrate the incredible people who make #BrighterBites possible: our amazing #volunteers!🙌👏

Their passion, commitment, and willingness to support our mission are truly inspiring. Whether they're lifting 50lbs of produce, packing #BrighterBites bags with fresh #fruits & #vegetables, or spreading the word about our work, their contributions empower us to create communities of health through fresh food. #Volunteers, we can share fresh food with children across the country because of YOU! ❤️

💪Inspired by our volunteers? Click the link in bio to join their efforts and be part of the change!👆

Apr 19

📣Attention #garlic fans, it's #NationalGarlicDay!

🧄Did you know garlic isn't just delicious, it's also good for you? Studies show garlic can boost your immune system and support healthy blood pressure!

So tonight, embrace the garlicky goodness! Click the link in bio for our full #healthyrecipe library for some kitchen inspo! 🧑‍🍳

Apr 17

Make it #WellnessWednesday for families across the country, and join us as a #BrighterBunch monthly donor🥦! Gifts of all sizes go towards supporting #fruit & #vegetable access for kids and families who need it most!

💻See the link in bio to join the #BrighterBites movement❤️

Apr 16

Tuesday Tip: Focus on #healthyswaps like ditching the sugary beverages for some #infusedwater or swapping sugary sodas for a nutritious #smoothie! Who says #healthybeverages aren't exciting?

Visit link in bio for more #BrighterBites #nutritioneducation tips and resources! https://www.brighterbites.org/tip-sheets/

Apr 15

Happy Monday! "Lettuce" make it an amazing week filled with fresh food and lots of smiles!

📸@ Franklin Elementary in @HoustonTXISD

Apr 14

It's #GoodDeedsDay, and we're celebrating with #volunteer opportunities on Wednesday April 17th 🙌! Join us as we work to #dogood and serve #BrighterBites kids and families across the country!

www.brighterbites.org/volunteer
- Dallas
- Houston
- New York City
- San Antonio
- Washington, D.C.

Apr 12

Orange you glad it's Friday? 🧡

These friends at Northline Elementary in @houstontxisd were excited to pick their favorite #fruits out of their #BrighterBites bags. Need some inspiration on how to prepare your fresh produce? Check out the link in bio for our library of free #healthyrecipes & #nutritioneducation tools 👩‍🍳!

Apr 11

Celebrating a successful 2nd Annual #BrighterBites gala! Thanks to our sponsors, donors, and partners, we raised over $450,000, which will allow us to expand our impact nationwide! We were honored to have Chris Shepherd, Becca Dittrich, and Daniel Goetz as guest speakers at our gala. Their commitment to supporting local food systems aligns perfectly with our mission of creating communities of health through fresh food!

🍎🥦🍇Click the link in bio to join the movement and donate to Brighter Bites today!

📷Photos by Johnny Than Photography

Apr 10

Have a family trip planned this spring🏖️? Get ready with some travel-friendly #healthysnacks!

Ditch the sugary treats and reach for nutritious snacks that keep your little adventurers fueled for fun. Think #fruit & #veggie sticks, homemade granola bars, yogurt parfaits, or even frozen banana bites! What are your go-to healthy travel snacks🚗?

👆Click link in bio to access the full library of #BrighterBites #nutritioneducation tools and #healthyrecipes!

Apr 9

Out with the processed, in with the fresh! Let's #springclean our plates with some #healthyswaps😎!

Brighter Bites bags are filled with mouth-watering #fruits & #vegetables that are the perfect ingredients for a healthy lifestyle. Slice some cucumbers and carrots for easy hummus dippers🥕, add pumpkin or banana puree to baked goods for moisture🥖, and ditch the sweetened beverages for a refreshing mineral water🫗

Click link in bio for more #TuesdayTips!

Apr 8

Starting out the week with some jackfruit! 🙌

#Jackfruit are high in vitamin C and can be enjoyed in raw, cooked, sweet, or savory dishes. Add some to a salad for some extra fiber and flavor, or cook into a soup or stew as a nutritious meat substitute🥘. The options are endless!

👆Visit the link in bio for our library of free #healthyrecipes!👨‍🍳

Apr 5

We are excited to announce that @AstraZeneca will support #BrighterBites as part of its 2023 ACT on #HealthEquity Community Solutions Challenge.

Learn more: bit.ly/3T3OZiV

Apr 4

Our #ThankfulThursday shoutout goes to @wsscwater for raising a hand🖐️ to #volunteer with #BrighterBites DC. Together, we shared fresh #fruits & #vegetables & #nutritioneducation resources with our families! Thank you WSSC Water!🤗

👆See link in bio to make a difference in your community and sign up for a Brighter Bites volunteer shift!

Apr 3

Look at this superstar in @pgcps shining bright with his love for red fruits🍎! At #BrighterBites, we make learning about #healthychoices fun and engaging. See link in bio to learn more about how Brighter Bites helps kids discover the beauty in #fruits & #veggies!

Apr 2

🫐🍇🍆What do purple grapes, blueberries, and eggplant all have in common? Blue and purple produce items like these are a great way to add some brainy bites🧠 to your plate!

Part of the #BrighterBites #nutritioneducation curriculum includes teaching students that different #fruit & #veggie colors support different parts of our body.

Click link in bio for more nutrition education tips & tools!
#EatTheRainbow

Apr 1

We’re doing good and celebrating #GoodDeedsDay Wednesday April 17th 🙌! Join us Wednesday April 17th as we work to #dogood and serve #BrighterBites kids and families across the country!

👆Link in bio to sign up to #volunteer!

Mar 31

Celebrating the life and legacy of Cesar Chavez and his work to advance the civil rights of all Americans.
#CesarChavezDay

Mar 29

It’s National #NutritionMonth, and we’re talking about in-CORE-porating more #fruits and #veggies onto our plates. Here are some of our families’ favorite recipes that highlight both #fruits and #veggies!
🥑Corn Guacamole
💪Hulk Smoothie
🥗Texas Corn and Blueberry Salad

Love these #healthyrecipes and interested in supporting our work? Click the link in bio to give, today!