Spoons Across America's

Annual Spring Benefit

Every Spring, Spoons Across America hosts its Annual Spring Benefit, where we reflect on the achievements of the past year in promoting a wholesome connection to food among children. We also take this opportunity to honor the outstanding efforts of individuals and corporations dedicated to supporting their community through the promotion of healthy eating, ensuring access to quality food, and advancing culinary and nutrition-based educational programs.

Awards

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Individual Award for Excellence

Created in 2015 to honor individuals dedicated to food education and nutrition literacy, the Award for Excellence is given out annually at the Spoons Across America Spring Benefit to a distinguished person who has shown their commitment to food and nutrition education through their words and actions.

Corporate Award for Excellence

Established in 2015 to recognize those devoted to food education and nutrition literacy, the Corporate Award for Excellence is presented each year at the Spoons Across America Spring Benefit. This accolade is given to a distinguished organization or company that has demonstrated unwavering commitment to food and nutrition education through their philanthropic endeavors, projects, and initiatives.

Julia V. Jordan Award for Volunteerism and Public Service

Created in 2018 to honor volunteers or public service officials who support educating children, teachers, and families about the benefits of healthy eating or committed to solving other related food and health inequities. Named to honor one of Spoons Across America's founders, Julia V. Jordan, this award is given out annually at the Spoons Across America Spring Benefit