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 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?

Mar 16

Huge thanks to Save the Earth A to Z for volunteering with us in Salinas last week! ⁠
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This incredible group of high school students and young adults spent the day creating handwritten cards for our Notes of Nourishment, which are included with our produce bags and boxes to add a warm, personal touch for families.⁠
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It was a fun afternoon of service and creativity and a great reminder of the power of young people to give back and uplift their communities.

Mar 15

It's #NationalNutritionMonth, and we're celebrating by sharing healthy tips!⁠
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Here are some tips to start the day off with a nutritious morning meal to help kickstart and power your day! sm.eatright.org/powerupbfst⁠

Mar 13

We’re celebrating carrots all month long, and this Orange Smoothie is a tasty way to blend them into your day! 🥕🍊 Made with carrots, mango, peaches, banana, and milk, it’s a refreshing treat your whole family can enjoy.⁠
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Find the recipe at www.brighterbites.org/recipes and sip on supercharged flavor!

Mar 12

After weeks of snow, our NYC team finally saw some sunshine this week and celebrated with easy fruit skewers, pairing fresh melon with a squeeze of lime. Sweet, easy, and perfect for a sunny day! 🍈☀️

Mar 11

Thank you to the team at MGM National Harbor for rolling up their sleeves with with Brighter Bites DC!⁠
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They recently packed 2,513 pounds of fresh food that was distributed to 120 families at Hillcrest Heights Elementary in Maryland. 🥕🍎⁠
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We’re especially grateful for their commitment to volunteer regularly with us this year. Consistent partners make consistent impact.⁠
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#BrighterBites #MGMNationalHarbor #CommunityInAction

Mar 10

This month, we are celebrating carrots and their impact! 🥕🎉⁠
This bright and crunchy vegetable is the perfect addition to any meal- shave it in salads, blend it in smoothies, grate it for muffins, or slice it for scooping in dips!⁠
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Here is a look at just how many carrots we've distributed to our families and a word from on our our partners helping make that happen! Thank you, @grimmwayfarms for sharing this veggie with our Brighter Bites families and supporting our work in creating healthier communities! Cheers!🎉⁠

Mar 9

Brighter Bites is where fresh food meets joyful first bites. 🍅