North Carolina Shines in USDA’s Turnip the Beet Awards for 2024 Summer Nutrition Programs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has spotlighted nearly 200 sponsors nationwide for excellence in the 2024 Summer Nutrition Programs through the Turnip the Beet Awards. Among the recognized, seven North Carolina sponsors have been celebrated for their commitment to delivering nutritious and appealing meals to children during the summer.
North Carolina Awardees:
- Gold
- Boys and Girls Club of Wake County
- Halifax County Schools
- Silver
- Catawba County Schools
- Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina
- YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina
- Bronze
- Beaufort County Schools
- Elizabeth-City Pasquotank Public Schools
The Turnip the Beet Awards aim to honor those sponsors who excel in offering high-quality meals that are both nutritious and enticing for children. These programs also focus on incorporating fresh, locally sourced ingredients and providing educational enrichment to engage students. Awardees receive a certificate and banner to acknowledge their efforts. For further details and a complete list of awardees, visit the USDA website.
Summer Nutrition Programs play a vital role in combating food insecurity among children, especially during summers when school meal programs are unavailable. These programs help ensure that children continue to receive the nutrition they need for growth and development, thus preparing them for the upcoming school year.
In North Carolina, the Department of Public Instruction’s Office of School Nutrition administers various nutrition programs, including the Summer Nutrition (SUN Meal) Programs, with support from the USDA. More information about these initiatives can be found on the Office of School Nutrition website.
In compliance with federal civil rights law and USDA civil rights regulations, discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or retaliation is prohibited. Program information is accessible in multiple languages, and accommodations for disabilities can be arranged by contacting the relevant state or local agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY). Alternatively, reach USDA via the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
For filing a program discrimination complaint, obtain and complete Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, available online in English and Spanish, or from any USDA office. Alternatively, call (866) 632-9992 or write to USDA, including a detailed description of the alleged discrimination. Submit the form or letter to USDA by:
Mail:
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250-9410
Fax:
(833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442
Email:
Program.Intake@usda.gov
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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