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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May 20

#BrighterBites takes a village, and we’re grateful to be part of one that’s as vibrant and caring as @dcpublicschools 💛⁠
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This #DCPSPartners Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating this powerful partnership that helps students thrive. From healthy food to supportive programs, every effort counts.

May 19

When the veggies are bussin, you know Mom did it right 🧡🥕

May 16

When the #guac looks funny, but it still gets a thumbs up👍️😂! How have you heard kids describe #guacamole?

May 15

We’re sizzlin’ with gratitude for the @RachaelRay Foundation! 🍳💛⁠
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Thanks to their incredible support, #BrighterBites has served up fresh produce, nutrition education, and delicious fun food experiences for families in Las Cruces, San Diego, Phoenix, and Greater Philadelphia! Thank you for helping us cook up a healthy future!

May 15

We had an amazing time at the @ChickfilA Impact Accelerator Conference! We're so honored to be a grant recipient and to join a community of changemakers working to create a brighter future for all.

May 14

Celebrating the rich culture of our Asian American, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander community this month and every day⁠
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#AsianAmericanAndPacificIslanderHeritageMonth

May 11

Nothing says love like homemade popsicles with mom 💕⁠
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This #BrighterBites duo from Bakersfield used orange, beet, and kale to create the ultimate Mother’s Day treat!🥬🍊💜⁠
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Happy Mother's Day to all the moms making magic in the kitchen!

May 11

Happy Mother's Day from Brighter Bites!⁠
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#HappyMothersDay #MothersDay2025

May 9

"Spinning into the weekend with a fresh bag of Brighter Bites fruits and veggies! 🥬🍓✨

May 8

“They can’t skip out on fruits and veggies.” We felt that.

May 6

How are you saying #ThankYouTeachers this week? ⁠

May 2

Join us in giving a big THANK YOU to the @TexasFootball players for continuing to show up and give back! 🧡🏈 Let's hear it for these Longhorns making a difference in their community!👏👏👏⁠
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@TexasOneFund @jamesimonn @_.thatkidkj._

Apr 30

When you can't contain your excitement for fresh fruits & veggies! 💚😍⁠
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Help us share fresh food and create bright futures. Support Brighter Bites today, or share this post to help us provide life-changing produce to families across the country!

Apr 29

🎉 Please join us in welcoming our newest board member, Gregg L. Burt! We are thrilled to have your innovation, leadership, and heart for service guiding our mission.⁠
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Gregg brings decades of executive experience in the energy sector, successful entrepreneurship, and venture capital. After leading multiple start-ups to successful exits and founding Vitesse Capital Partners, a self-funded PE firm, Gregg continues to be a champion for early-stage companies and community-driven impact.⁠
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Gregg and his son founded @plusboxcares , a nonprofit that has now provided over a million free, nutrition-rich meals to families through school partnerships. His passion for healthy food access aligns perfectly with our work, and we couldn’t be more grateful to have him on board! 💚🥕

Apr 28

Learning about #nutritioneducation has never been this fun! 🎉 Watch as these students enjoy a Brighter Bites @CATCH_Health lesson and share their excitement about making healthy choices!

Apr 24

🚨NEW HERO JUST DROPPED🚨⁠
Introducing, the #BrighterBites Produce Bag, Packed with Produce Power! 🥕🦸🏽‍♀️⁠
If this action figure could have one superpower, what would it be?💥⁠
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#Actionfigures

Apr 23

Variety isn’t just the spice of life, it’s key to building healthy eating habits! 🍍🍓⁠
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This past school year and summer, Brighter Bites distributed 476 different types of produce to families in our program! 🥕🥬 From crunchy cucumbers to sweet, juicy peaches, each Brighter Bites bag helps kids and parents explore new flavors, textures, and fresh possibilities—all while learning the power of healthy eating! ⁠
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Want to help us keep the produce flowing? Donate today and support families on their journey to better health!

Apr 21

Happy #VolunteerAppreciationWeek !!!🙌⁠
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Shoutout to all of the amazing volunteers who come together to make our mission possible! We couldn't do it without you!

Apr 17

A huge thank you to the Suzanne & Dave Horvath Foundation for their incredible support of Brighter Bites in Austin, Texas!🍎 Through their generosity, we’re planting the seeds for a healthier future by putting more fresh fruits and veggies on children’s plates. Together, we’re making an impact!

Apr 16

This is why we do what we do. Families rely on Brighter Bites to put fresh, healthy meals on the table. Join us in making a difference—every donation helps nourish a family in need.