ACF Chef & Child Programs

Our mission statement is “To educate children and families in understanding proper nutrition through community-based initiatives led by American Culinary Federation chef members, and to be the voice of the culinary industry in its fight against childhood hunger, malnutrition and obesity.” There are several ways to get involved in this goal explained in our chapter handbook.

That’s Fresh - Kids Cooking Teams

“That’s Fresh - Kids Cooking Teams” is an award-winning, hands-on, community based cooking and nutrition education curriculum. It is based on active learning strategies and guided practice designed to provide significant nutrition information, culinary skills, food safety, cultural diversity, team building and self-esteem as they learn about making wise food choices for lifetime of good health.

That’s Fresh - Kids Cooking Teams (3.33 MB)

Hit a Homerun for Nutrition

“Hit a Homerun for Nutrition” is an innovative and fun way to provide interactive nutrition awareness for children. The following activities will help children make wise food choices. During the activity, children will round the bases and “Hit a Homerun for Nutrition” as they sample a healthy breakfast using their scorecard. This 30-minute activity will provide a healthy breakfast, age appropriate nutrition information and prizes for children who complete all bases. Download a step-by-step instructional guide of how to host this event in your community. A cooking or tasting experience is recommended.

• Hit a Homerun for Nutrition Instructions
• Hit a Homerun for Nutrition Scorecard
• Healthy Living for Children (1.54 MB) - brief overview of the components in food that produce maximum nutrition benefits