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Overview

Chef Ann Foundation is the nation’s champion for real food in schools.

About Us

Get to know the Chef Ann Foundation and why we're on a mission to get schools cooking.

About Us

Get to know the Chef Ann Foundation and why we're on a mission to get schools cooking.

Why Cooking in Schools Matters

We all want kids to feel and do their best in school. The foods they eat play a critical role in making that happen. But right now, too many kids don’t get the kind of meals they need to succeed. 

Why Cooking in Schools Matters

We all want kids to feel and do their best in school. The foods they eat play a critical role in making that happen. But right now, too many kids don’t get the kind of meals they need to succeed. 

Co-Founder Chef Ann Cooper

Chef Ann Cooper — also known as the Renegade Lunch Lady — is an internationally recognized author, chef, educator, public speaker, and advocate for healthy school food for all children.

Co-Founder Chef Ann Cooper

Chef Ann Cooper — also known as the Renegade Lunch Lady — is an internationally recognized author, chef, educator, public speaker, and advocate for healthy school food for all children.

Co-Founder & CEO Mara Fleishman

Mara Fleishman is a nationally recognized leader in food systems transformation. And as a mom of three, she understands firsthand the challenges parents face in ensuring their children eat healthy food. 

Co-Founder & CEO Mara Fleishman

Mara Fleishman is a nationally recognized leader in food systems transformation. And as a mom of three, she understands firsthand the challenges parents face in ensuring their children eat healthy food. 

Our Team

Our team of school food changemakers includes school food service professionals, registered dietitians, public health experts, researchers, food systems specialists, policy advocates, and more!

Our Team

Our team of school food changemakers includes school food service professionals, registered dietitians, public health experts, researchers, food systems specialists, policy advocates, and more!

Financials & Annual Reports

Chef Ann Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that receives funding from individuals, corporate, public and private sources. View our financials and annual reports.

Financials & Annual Reports

Chef Ann Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that receives funding from individuals, corporate, public and private sources. View our financials and annual reports.

Careers

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Careers

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