Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program

Program Description: USDA has an agreement with Wisconsin for the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. The purpose of the program is to increase fresh fruit and vegetable consumption in elementary schools by providing a snack to all students free of charge. This is a competitive grant that must be applied for annually. The level of funds provided to any one school depends on the enrollment.

Who is Eligible to Apply: Public and non-profit private elementary schools that have 50% or greater of their students receiving free and/or reduced price meals.

Amount of Funds Available: USDA has provided Wisconsin with an allocation of $2,987,737 for the 2011-2012 school year.

Application Due Date: Pending program funding renewal, applications will be made available for the 2012-13 school year in April 2012.

For more information, contact:
Alicia Dill, RD, CDE, Public Health Nutritionist
School Nutrition Team
Phone: (608) 266-2741
E-Mail: alicia.dill@dpi.wi.gov

Other Information and Resources:

For questions about this information, contact Julie A. Cox (608) 267-9206

Last updated on 12/15/2011 12:13:54 PM