Good Food School Market

Because of the Good Food School Market (GFSM), more teens are getting the wholesome foods they need to create strong futures.

One in 11 children in the Blue Ridge service area lives with hunger. Through school breakfasts and lunches, many children can get food assistance during the school day. But stigma can prevent participation for teens in backpack programs; they often don’t want other students to know they are in need.

By partnering with schools, the Food Bank has reimagined what food assistance for teens looks like. GFSM provides free, monthly distributions of nutrient-rich foods, including fresh produce, at middle- and high school-based pantries. Students who receive food, often provide nutritious food for the entire family, often taking on cooking duties for younger siblings when parents are working.

Schools order and distribute food that works best for their unique school community. 

Student leaders organize peer outreach to make the market a stigma-free space. All are welcome at the GFSM.

Good Food School Market locations

• Harrisonburg High School – Harrisonburg City
• Broadway High School – Rockingham County
• Central High School – Shenandoah County
• Buford Middle School – Charlottesville
• Strasburg High School – Shenandoah County

Thank you to our sponsors (2023)

• Buffalo Wild Wings Foundation
• Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation
• Food Lion Feeds

Learn more

This is one of many programs the Food Bank operates in order to help children across the Blue Ridge. Learn more about the Food Bank’s programs. 

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