25 Schools Nationwide to Receive ‘Get Kids Cooking’ Grants Supporting Hands-On Nutrition Learning

The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation has announced the award of $250,000 in grants to help 25 schools across the United States implement youth cooking and nutrition education programs. This initiative, titled ‘Get Kids Cooking’, will benefit an estimated 7,000 students, introducing them to essential life skills through healthy cooking.

Real-Life Learning Through Cooking

According to Lyndsey Waugh, Executive Director of the Foundation, these programs offer more than just cooking skills.

“Hands-on experiences preparing fresh meals help kids build real skills and a lasting connection with healthy food,” she said.
These lessons also bring math, science, and problem-solving to life, making school learning more interactive and fun.

Nationwide Participation From Over 1,300 Nominations

The 25 schools were selected from more than 1,300 nominations submitted by Sprouts customers during a nationwide contest held in January. Each winning school receives a $10,000 grant, which includes:

• A mobile cooking cart
• Kitchen appliances and essentials
• Classroom-friendly recipes
• Sprouts gift cards for fresh ingredients
• A stipend for educators

The full list of selected schools is available at Sprouts.com/getkidscooking.

Educators Welcome the Opportunity

At Catalina Ventura School in Phoenix, Janet Ankrum, a STEM and Exploratory Teacher, expressed her excitement:

“This grant gives our school the extra boost we need to offer regular cooking experiences to all 450 students. It’s truly a dream come true.”

A Long-Term Commitment to Healthy Eating

Since 2015, Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation has supported school-based gardening and cooking programs, recognizing their role in shaping healthy habits in children. This year alone, more than 3 million students will take part in nutrition education programs supported by the Foundation.

To learn more about this initiative, visit Sprouts.com/foundation.

About the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation

Founded in 2015, the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing nutrition education, food access, and wellness programs across the U.S. The Foundation supports local partners in the communities where Sprouts Farmers Market operates, aiming to help children and families adopt healthy eating habits that last a lifetime.

Since its inception, the Foundation has invested over $35 million in community grants.

About Sprouts Farmers Market

With more than 440 stores across 24 states, Sprouts Farmers Market is one of the fastest-growing retailers of natural, organic, and healthy groceries in the U.S. Headquartered in Phoenix, Sprouts is known for its open-layout stores, fresh produce, and commitment to clean-label, plant-based, and gluten-free products.

For more information, visit Sprouts.com/about.