Taskforce

United States of America (USA)

Member since
USA school meals
The United States is a longstanding supporter of school meals worldwide. This continued commitment is evident through the McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program. Since its launch in 2003, the programme has supported school meals in more than 50 countries, benefiting over 35 million children worldwide. By investing in school meals, nutrition, education, and national capacity, the programme helps countries strengthen and sustain school meal systems that improve the well-being and learning outcomes of millions of children.
30.1 Million
Total children receiving school meals
23.52 Million
Children enrolled in primary school
29.4 Billion
Total investment in school meals (USD)
Figures reflect the latest available data from the State of School Feeding Worldwide report, national reporting and global sources. Governments may update data more frequently, so values may differ from most recent national statistics. Reference year, source and further details are available in the School Meals Coalition Global Database.

National Commitments

Commitment submitted on
Declaration signed by the International Food Assistance Division, US Department of Agriculture (USDA)
  • USDA is investing in additional research and innovation over the coming years. Research shows that updated program standards have had a positive and significant influence on nutrition quality over the last decade for school meal recipients in the United States. 
  • The United States commits to working with Coalition members, building on contributions and lessons learned from the U.S. McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program, to advance the day when every child is well nourished and well educated. 
     
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National Progress Reports

Reporting year
USA school meals