F.R.E.S.H. Bites - Fostering Roots for Eating Smart & Healthy
A Fond du Lac County United Way Farm to Early Childhood Education community health initiative supporting early childhood development through local farm fresh foods.
Why It Matters
Fond du Lac County children deserve access to healthy food and the knowledge to make smart nutrition choices.
F.R.E.S.H. Bites Goals
- Combat childhood obesity through fresh food access
- Promote cognitive and emotional development
- Support local farmers and reduce food costs for childcare centers
- Strengthen families and communities through shared learning
F.R.E.S.H. Bites Actions
- Teach healthy habits in the classroom
- Deliver farm-fresh produce to childcare centers
- Provide family and community nutrition education
- Conduct parent and educator workshops
How It Started
F.R.E.S.H. Bites was born from a shared community vision during the 2024 Community Health Shark Tank Event, hosted by the Wisconsin Community Health Foundation. With support form the Community Health Endowment Fund Improvement and Resource Team, this initiative was created to build a healthier future for families across Fond du Lac County.
Growing Together
Currently, F.R.E.S.H. Bites serves 201 children across 4 childcare centers in Fond du Lac, North Fond du Lac, and Brandon. Support comes from 4 local farms in Fond du Lac, Ripon, Rosendale, and Campbellsport.
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With continued support, we aim to
- Reach all 33 early childhood centers in the county
- Expand garden-based education and nutrition to meet the needs of each childcare center
- Establish central, temperature-controlled distribution hubs
Growth With Us: Partner - Donate - Volunteer
Together we're cultivating a stronger, healthier community one bite at a time.
For more information, email farmtoece@fdlunitedway.org
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With Special Thanks To
- Alliant Energy
- Fond du Lac Count Health Department
- UW-Madison Extension Food Wise Program
- Wisconsin Community Health Empowerment Fund
