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Nov 10

From persimmons and radishes to the last watermelons of the season, Brighter Bites families have been taking home a colorful variety of fresh fruits and vegetables this fall!⁠
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Across the country, we're bringing fresh produce to family tables, introducing children to new foods, and helping families build healthy habits that last.

Nov 6

Healthy habits start with new experiences! From discovering new fruits and vegetables to trying new recipes together, Brighter Bites helps families build confidence in the kitchen and make lasting changes to the way they eat.

Nov 5

We're grateful to @sandiegofoundation for supporting Brighter Bites and helping us bring fresh produce and nutrition education to children and families across San Diego!⁠
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Partnerships like these help us build healthier communities and make a lasting impact. Thank you for investing in the health and well-being of San Diego families!

Nov 5

Brighter Bites families are crazy for kiwis! 🥝 🎉
We are so grateful for another year of partnership with @zesprikiwifruit . Thank you for your generous donation of over 7,500 pounds of Sungold kiwis across seven of our programming cities.

Families enjoyed tasting samples of kiwis and kiwi recipes as they picked up their bags of fresh produce. It was such a treat! 💚

Nov 4

Healthy habits start young!⁠
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A group from Houston's @RiceUniversity recently joined Brighter Bites for a hands-on nutrition lesson, helping first graders explore the different food groups and put their new knowledge into practice by preparing a healthy meal.⁠
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Thank you to our friends at Rice for making learning about healthy eating fun!

Nov 2

November is here, bringing with it a season of gratitude and reflection!⁠
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We're especially thankful for the people who make our work possible. From our dedicated volunteers and generous partners to the teachers, schools, and families at the heart of our programs, we have so much to be grateful for.⁠
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What are you thankful for this season?

Nov 1

The holidays are just around the corner, and we're excited to partner with Minted this season! When you purchase your holiday cards using our special code FUNDRAISEBRIGHTERBITES, you'll receive 20% off your order, and 10% of your purchase will support Brighter Bites. It's an easy way to check something off your holiday to-do list while giving back! ⁠
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💌Shop Minted Holiday Cards today! www.minted.com

Oct 31

Our Spooktacular Squash Dip is the perfect way to add some seasonal veggies to your Halloween weekend!⁠
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Whether you're celebrating or just looking for a tasty fall treat, this easy recipe is perfect for dipping, sharing, and enjoying!⁠
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#BrighterBites #Spooktacular #HealthyRecipes

Oct 30

Fresh fruits and vegetables, delivered right to your door!⁠
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@KSATnews visited our San Antonio program this week to see how Brighter Bites and DoorDash's Project DASH are breaking down barriers to healthy food access for San Antonio families.⁠
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Together, we've made more than 3,000 home deliveries in San Antonio since our partnership with @DoorDashImpact began!⁠
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Watch the story to see the impact.

Oct 29

Thank you to New York State Senator Kristen Gonzalez (@sengonzalezny ) for supporting Brighter Bites programs in Queens! Your support helps us provide fresh fruits and vegetables and nutrition education to local children and families, building healthier communities across New York City.

Oct 27

Make the most of your fresh produce! Freezing fruits and veggies is a simple way to reduce food waste and enjoy your favorites for longer.⁠
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What's your favorite way to keep produce fresh?⁠
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#BrighterBites #FoodStorageTips #FreshProduce

Oct 26

Pumpkin spice and everything nice! Who says pumpkin is just for pie? Celebrate #NationalPumpkinDay with a delicious Brighter Bites smoothie that's a little sweet, a little spicy, and packed with fall goodness!⁠

Oct 23

Teamwork on and off the court! ⁠🏀🍊⁠
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Members of the @BowieStateUniversity Men's Basketball team recently joined Brighter Bites to help bag fresh produce for local families!⁠
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We're grateful to these student-athletes for taking time to give back and help us build healthier communities in Prince George's County. Thank you for being part of the Brighter Bites team! ⁠
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Oct 22

⁠We're grateful to Adventist HealthCare for supporting Brighter Bites' work in the Greater DC Metro area. Their funding supports our work across @PGCPS schools who receive bi-weekly produce distributions paired with year round nutrition education. ⁠
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Thanks to partners like Adventist HealthCare, we're helping more families access fresh fruits and vegetables and providing nutrition education that builds healthy habits for years to come.⁠
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Thank you for investing in the health and well-being of local children and families!

Oct 21

We recently brought together Brighter Bites supporters for a happy hour at Breakers in San Diego! ❤️⁠
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As we kick off the new school year, we're excited to serve 12 schools across San Diego, reaching 6,000 students through nutrition education and 1,500 families with fresh produce!⁠
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Learn more about our work in San Diego on our website's locations page: www.brighterbites.org/location/san-diego

Oct 20

Cooler weather calls for cozy recipes!⁠
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Celebrate the flavors of fall with our Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Apples and Pecans! This simple, seasonal dish brings together tender brussels sprouts, sweet apples, and crunchy pecans for a flavorful side the whole family can enjoy.⁠
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What's your favorite fall recipe? ⁠

Oct 16

On #WorldFoodDay, we're celebrating the families at the heart of everything we do. ❤️⁠
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At Brighter Bites, we believe every child deserves to grow up with access to fresh, nutritious food and every family deserves the tools to build healthy habits together.⁠
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When we nourish families, we nurture healthier futures.⁠

Oct 15

Thank you to the @nusendacu Foundation for supporting Brighter Bites in Las Cruces, New Mexico! ❤️ Your generosity helps us bring fresh produce and nutrition education to local children and families, building healthier communities one bite at a time!

Oct 14

We're thrilled to join @Chobani for another year of Let's Eat Week! ⁠
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This annual initiative, spearheaded by Chobani, brings together nonprofits, companies, and community partners to help make nutritious food more accessible to all. We're excited to participate in food-packing activities again this year and grateful to be among the organizations benefiting from this collective effort!⁠
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Throughout Let's Eat Week (October 12–16), the Chobani Café in Soho is donating 10% of sales to Brighter Bites!⁠
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We're grateful to Chobani for continuing to bring people together around the belief that everyone deserves access to good food. ⁠
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#LetsEatWeek2026 #BrighterBites #Chobani

Oct 13

Brighter Bites is changing lives one bite at a time! ⁠
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Our mission is to improve health outcomes among children and families in under-resourced communities by using the data-driven, evidence-based strategies of providing fresh produce and nutrition education.⁠
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We do this through a three-part formula: ⁠
🍍produce distribution (~50 servings of fresh produce bi-weekly per family)⁠
📖nutrition education (n-class & at-home nutrition education)⁠
🎉fun food experience (healthy recipes, tastings, & digital engagement)⁠
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We'd love for you to be a part of our work! See the ways to participate today!⁠
www.brighterbites.org/participate