Spoons Across America's
Annual Spring Benefit
In Spring, Spoons Across America is set to host its 8th Annual Spring Benefit. During this event, we reflect on the achievements of the past year in promoting a wholesome connection to food among children. Additionally, we honor the outstanding efforts of individuals and corporations committed to supporting their community through the promotion of healthy eating, ensuring access to quality food, and advancing culinary and nutrition-based educational programs.
Awards
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
Previous Honorees
Individual Award for Excellence
Chef Jacques Pepin
Gail Simmons
Rachael Ray
Andrew Zimmern
Jose Andres
Daniel Boulud
Lauren Bush Lauren
Corporate Award for Excellence
New York Times Food Section - Sam Sifton
Ferguson Enterprises
Ahimsa - Dr. Manasa Mantravadi
Julia V. Jordan Award for Volunteerism & Public Service
Robert "Chef Bobo" Surles
Diane Harris Brown
Founders and Board of Directors of Spoons Across America
Kate MacKenzie, Executive Director, Mayor's Office of Food Policy