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.

The Fruit Loop

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Apr 17

It’s Avocado Month at Brighter Bites and families have been loving our Avocado Cilantro Dip! 🥑⁠
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This fresh, flavorful recipe has been a big hit at our recent recipe samplings at schools. 👏💯

Apr 16

We ❤️ our volunteers! ⁠
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Happy National Volunteer Month to all of our wonderful volunteers who help make our program a success! Thank you for all that you do!⁠
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#NationalVolunteerMonth #Volunteering #BrighterBites

Apr 15

Looking to stock the pantry this spring? Here our some of our go-to items to have on hand to maintain a healthy lifestyle! ⁠
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Pantry staples are an affordable way to stay on track with healthy eating!⁠
#WellnessWednesday #HealthyEating #BrighterBites

Apr 10

What happens once a Brighter Bites family leaves with their bag of fresh produce? ⁠
Healthy meals⁠
Family dinners⁠
Better habits⁠
Changed lives⁠
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Because of your support, families across the country are living brighter lives, starting with one healthy meal. Thank you!⁠

Apr 9

It's National Volunteer Month, and we are celebrating our volunteers! 🎉⁠
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Thank you, volunteers, for giving your time, energy, and effort to support our work. We could not do it without you. Thank you!⁠
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Join us today! www.brighterbites.org/volunteer

Apr 7

This month, we are highlighting the amazing avocado with @mission_produce! 🥑⁠
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We are grateful for the support of produce partners, like Mission Produce, who help make fresh fruits and vegetables more accessible to families. Avocados are just one of the many colorful, healthy, and delicious fruits that we get to share with the families we serve. Cheers to the amazing avocado and all of the goodness it brings! 🎉

Apr 6

This month, we are celebrating the amazing avocado! 🥑⁠
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Avocados are creamy, satisfying, and full of flavor. This delicious fruit is a simple way to make everyday meals more nourishing. Families enjoy them in everything from sandwiches to salads to guacamole. ⁠
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Avocados really are a superhero fruit!💥🥑⁠
Sign up for our newsletter to learn more! 👉️Link in bio

Apr 3

Trying new foods starts with just one bite. ⁠
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One of Brighter Bites’ core program pillars is our Fun Food Experiences—healthy recipe samples families can try when picking up their bags and boxes. These tastings introduce new flavors and show simple ways to use the produce they’re taking home.⁠
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Here’s a look at some of the recipes families have been enjoying across the country lately! 🥕🥗

Apr 2

Thank you @p_terrys for highlighting our nonprofit for your Giving Back Day! ⁠
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P. Terry's Burger Stand donated the profits from its Houston locations this last Saturday to Brighter Bites. We are so grateful for the generosity and the opportunity for our mission to be highlighted. Thank you! ❤️⁠

Apr 1

Happy National Volunteer Month!⁠
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Brighter Bites wouldn’t be possible without the amazing parent and family volunteers who show up week after week at our schools. Thank you for helping bring fresh food and healthy habits to your communities. We appreciate you! 💚⁠
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#NationalVolunteerMonth #Volunteer #GiveBack #BrighterBites #FreshProduce

Apr 1

Las Cruces friends!⁠
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We're ten days out from our upcoming Cornhole for a Cause event at @iceboxbrewing! The event is free to attend, and registration for the tournament is $65. Join us to learn more about our work in the Las Cruces community. Let's toss for a cause!⁠
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Visit www.brighterbites.org/nmcornhole for more info!

Mar 31

We had such a great time celebrating Carrot Month! 🥕⁠
Any guesses what produce we’ll be celebrating next month?⁠
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Sign up for our newsletter at the link in our bio to be the first to find out—and to get recipes, fun facts, and ways to enjoy it at home!

Mar 29

Small, healthful habits can give you super strength throughout your day and your life! ⁠
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This #NationalNutritionMonth and beyond, discover how to level up your nutrition routine: sm.eatright.org/forlife

Mar 28

Today is @P_Terrys Giving Back Day! ⁠
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Come show your support- Houston area locations will donate all profits to Brighter Bites! 🍔🤝🍎⁠
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Locations: ⁠
Aliana: 10305 W Grand Pkwy S, Richmond, TX 77407⁠
Spring Green: 9207 FM 723 Rd, Richmond Texas 77406⁠
Gleannloch: 20255 Champion Forest Dr, Spring TX 77379

Mar 25

Carrot month calls for crunchy goodness! 🥕 Try this easy Carrot Salad for a fresh, flavorful bite. www.brighterbites.org/recipe/carrot-salad/

Mar 24

We can't get enough of this crunchy and bright veggie! Carrots pack the flavor AND nutrition, and we've got the recipes to prove it! 🥕🥗🍰⁠
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Visit our recipe library for creative and tasty carrot recipes! www.brighterbites.org/recipes⁠

Mar 23

Save the date!⁠
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We are excited to participate in @P_Terrys Giving Back Day this Saturday! Show your support for our work and visit a P.Terry's this weekend. All profits from Houston locations will be donated to Brighter Bites!

Mar 22

This #NationalNutritionMonth, discover new ways you can nourish yourself and your family—even on a tight budget➡️ sm.eatright.org/LimitedBudgetTips ⁠
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Mar 20

Today is the last day of winter! ❄️⁠
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We’ve loved giving away fresh produce all season long—even on the snowiest days. Now we’re looking forward to warmer temps, longer days, and lots more fruits and veggies this spring. 🌱☀️🍊

Mar 17

Have you heard? 🥕 This month we’re all about carrots at Brighter Bites!⁠
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Crunchy, sweet, and packed with goodness. What’s your favorite way to eat carrots?