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Business Wire
13-05-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation to Award $3 Million in Grants to Local Organizations Focused on Nutrition, Health, and Wellness
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation today announced the launch of its 2025 Grants Program, with $3 million funding available to support local organizations that advance nutrition education, nutrition access, and wellness for children and adults in the communities where Sprouts operates. More than 500 local nonprofits will be selected to receive grants up to $10,000. 'At Sprouts, our purpose is to help people live and eat better, and we're proud to support the incredible work of local nonprofits who are doing just that,' said Jack Sinclair, chief executive officer of Sprouts Farmers Market. 'Through these grants, we're able to support communities where our team members and customers live.' The Foundation's mission is focused on improving health outcomes by supporting nutrition education, nutrition access, and wellness programs. The grant funding is available across three grant categories: Sprouting School Gardens – Funding for school-based gardening programs that provide students with hands-on learning opportunities that bring nutrition education to life Growing Healthy Kids – Funding for community-based programs focused on children's nutrition access, nutrition education, and health and wellness Wellness Across the Lifespan – Funding for community-based programs focused on adult health and wellness 'We know that small, local organizations are often the ones making the biggest difference,' said Lyndsey Waugh, executive director of the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation. 'These grants are about supporting the amazing work already happening on the ground–from school gardens and cooking classes to mobile pantries and family wellness programs. It's about meeting communities where they are and helping them thrive.' Last September, the Foundation awarded $4 million to 580 nonprofits and elementary schools focused on nutrition, health and wellness. In a coordinated, same-day event, team members from all 423 Sprouts stores delivered live checks to local organizations. These grants are fully funded by the Foundation's in-store Round Up program, where 100% of donations–collected at checkout–stay local to support health and wellness programs. Since 2015, the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation has awarded over $35 million in grants to organizations that are working on the front lines of nutrition education and wellness. An estimated 3 million children participate in programs supported by the Foundation each year and Sprouts expects to more than double its grant programs in the year ahead. Applications are open now through June 18, 2025. For more information or to apply visit ABOUT THE SPROUTS HEALTHY COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation, established in 2015, is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization focused on advancing nutrition education, nutrition access, and health and wellness programs in the states where Sprouts Farmers Market operates. Understanding that healthy habits are formed at a young age, the Foundation champions youth gardening and cooking programs that teach children skills for healthy eating and lifestyle choices that can be carried into adulthood. Through partnerships with hyper-local community organizations, the Foundation also works to expand nutrition access and wellness programs that serve families and adults. Since 2015, the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation has awarded $35 million in grants. To learn more, visit True to its farm-stand heritage, Sprouts offers a unique grocery experience featuring an open layout with fresh produce at the heart of the store. Sprouts inspires wellness naturally with a carefully curated assortment of better-for-you products paired with purpose-driven people. The healthy grocer continues to bring the latest in wholesome, innovative products made with lifestyle-friendly ingredients such as organic, plant-based and gluten-free. Headquartered in Phoenix, and one of the largest and fastest growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural and organic food in the United States, Sprouts employs approximately 35,000 team members and operates more than 440 stores in 24 states nationwide. To learn more about Sprouts, and the good it brings communities, visit
Associated Press
09-04-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation Awards $250,000 in ‘Get Kids Cooking' Grants to Support Youth Culinary Education at 25 Schools
The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation announced today that it has awarded $250,000 in 'Get Kids Cooking' grants to support youth cooking and nutrition education programs at school. An estimated 7,000 students at 25 schools coast-to-coast will participate in these new programs, with help from Sprouts. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Each year, an estimated 3 million children benefit from hands-on nutrition education programs supported by the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation (Photo: John Diemer Elementary; Overland Park, KS) 'Hands-on experiences preparing fresh snacks and meals help kids build real skills and a positive connection with healthy eating,' said Lyndsey Waugh, executive director of the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation. 'At school, these lessons also bring science, math and problem-solving to life, making learning more engaging and fun.' The schools were selected from more than 1,300 nominations submitted by Sprouts customers as part of its 'Get Kids Cooking' contest held in January. Each winning school will receive all the educational materials and supplies needed to operate a successful student cooking program. The grant, valued at $10,000, includes a mobile cooking cart, small appliances and kitchen essentials, classroom-friendly recipes, plus gift cards to purchase fresh ingredients at Sprouts, and a stipend for the educator teaching the program. A complete list of the selected schools is available at 'This grant will help energize our culinary science program and give our school the extra boost we need to provide all 450 students on campus with regular cooking experiences throughout the year,' said Janet Ankrum, STEM/Exploratory Middle School Teacher at Catalina Ventura School in Phoenix. 'It's a dream come true for our students.' Sprouts has championed school-based gardening and cooking programs since 2015, recognizing the positive impact growing, tasting and preparing fresh fruits and vegetables has in shaping a child's long-term preferences for healthy eating. An estimated 3 million children across the country will participate in nutrition education programs funded by the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation this year. To learn more about the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation, visit ABOUT THE SPROUTS HEALTHY COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation, established in 2015, is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization focused on advancing nutrition education, nutrition access, and health and wellness programs in the states where Sprouts Farmers Market operates. Understanding that healthy habits are formed at a young age, the Foundation champions youth gardening and cooking programs that teach children skills for healthy eating and lifestyle choices that can be carried into adulthood. Through partnerships with hyper-local community organizations, the Foundation also works to expand nutrition access and wellness programs that serve families and adults. Since 2015, the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation has awarded $35 million in grants. To learn more, visit ABOUT SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET INC. True to its farm-stand heritage, Sprouts offers a unique grocery experience featuring an open layout with fresh produce at the heart of the store. Sprouts inspires wellness naturally with a carefully curated assortment of better-for-you products paired with purpose-driven people. The healthy grocer continues to bring the latest in wholesome, innovative products made with lifestyle-friendly ingredients such as organic, plant-based and gluten-free. Headquartered in Phoenix, and one of the largest and fastest growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural and organic food in the United States, Sprouts employs approximately 35,000 team members and operates more than 440 stores in 24 states nationwide. To learn more about Sprouts, and the good it brings communities, visit SOURCE: Sprouts Farmers Market Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 04/09/2025 06:06 AM/DISC: 04/09/2025 06:07 AM
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation Awards $250,000 in ‘Get Kids Cooking' Grants to Support Youth Culinary Education at 25 Schools
PHOENIX, April 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation announced today that it has awarded $250,000 in 'Get Kids Cooking' grants to support youth cooking and nutrition education programs at school. An estimated 7,000 students at 25 schools coast-to-coast will participate in these new programs, with help from Sprouts. "Hands-on experiences preparing fresh snacks and meals help kids build real skills and a positive connection with healthy eating," said Lyndsey Waugh, executive director of the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation. "At school, these lessons also bring science, math and problem-solving to life, making learning more engaging and fun." The schools were selected from more than 1,300 nominations submitted by Sprouts customers as part of its 'Get Kids Cooking' contest held in January. Each winning school will receive all the educational materials and supplies needed to operate a successful student cooking program. The grant, valued at $10,000, includes a mobile cooking cart, small appliances and kitchen essentials, classroom-friendly recipes, plus gift cards to purchase fresh ingredients at Sprouts, and a stipend for the educator teaching the program. A complete list of the selected schools is available at "This grant will help energize our culinary science program and give our school the extra boost we need to provide all 450 students on campus with regular cooking experiences throughout the year," said Janet Ankrum, STEM/Exploratory Middle School Teacher at Catalina Ventura School in Phoenix. "It's a dream come true for our students." Sprouts has championed school-based gardening and cooking programs since 2015, recognizing the positive impact growing, tasting and preparing fresh fruits and vegetables has in shaping a child's long-term preferences for healthy eating. An estimated 3 million children across the country will participate in nutrition education programs funded by the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation this year. To learn more about the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation, visit ABOUT THE SPROUTS HEALTHY COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation, established in 2015, is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization focused on advancing nutrition education, nutrition access, and health and wellness programs in the states where Sprouts Farmers Market operates. Understanding that healthy habits are formed at a young age, the Foundation champions youth gardening and cooking programs that teach children skills for healthy eating and lifestyle choices that can be carried into adulthood. Through partnerships with hyper-local community organizations, the Foundation also works to expand nutrition access and wellness programs that serve families and adults. Since 2015, the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation has awarded $35 million in grants. To learn more, visit ABOUT SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET INC. True to its farm-stand heritage, Sprouts offers a unique grocery experience featuring an open layout with fresh produce at the heart of the store. Sprouts inspires wellness naturally with a carefully curated assortment of better-for-you products paired with purpose-driven people. The healthy grocer continues to bring the latest in wholesome, innovative products made with lifestyle-friendly ingredients such as organic, plant-based and gluten-free. Headquartered in Phoenix, and one of the largest and fastest growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural and organic food in the United States, Sprouts employs approximately 35,000 team members and operates more than 440 stores in 24 states nationwide. To learn more about Sprouts, and the good it brings communities, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact Courtney Schrauben Haikcourtneyhaik@
