Nutrition Program
Providing nutritious meals and promoting healthy eating habits for children's growth and development
Nourishing Bodies, Fueling Minds
Proper nutrition is essential for children's physical growth, cognitive development, and overall wellbeing. Our Nutrition Program ensures that vulnerable children receive regular, balanced meals and develop healthy eating habits.
We provide daily meals, nutritional supplements, and education on healthy eating practices. Our approach addresses both immediate hunger needs and long-term nutritional wellbeing.
250,000+
Nutritious meals served annually
Our Nutrition Services
Daily Meals Program
We provide breakfast and lunch to children in our care, ensuring they receive at least two nutritious meals each day with balanced portions of proteins, carbohydrates, and vegetables.
Nutritional Supplements
For children with specific nutritional deficiencies, we provide vitamins, minerals, and therapeutic foods to address malnutrition and support healthy development.
Community Garden
Our sustainable garden project teaches children about growing food while providing fresh vegetables and fruits for our meals program and the surrounding community.
Food Distribution
We provide food packages to families in need, ensuring children have access to nutritious food even when they're not at our center.
Nutrition Monitoring
We regularly assess children's growth and nutritional status to identify and address any issues early, tracking their progress over time.
Nutrition Education
We teach children, caregivers, and community members about healthy eating habits, food preparation, and the importance of balanced nutrition.
Our Nutrition Impact
Through our nutrition program, we've made significant improvements in children's health, growth, and academic performance.
85%
Reduction in malnutrition cases
40%
Improvement in school attendance
2,000+
Children receiving daily meals
Abebe's Story
When 6-year-old Abebe joined our program, he was severely underweight and lacked energy to participate in school activities. Our nutrition team provided him with balanced meals and nutritional supplements.
Within four months, Abebe gained healthy weight and his energy levels improved dramatically. His teachers reported that he became more attentive in class and started participating in sports activities.
"The transformation in Abebe is remarkable. He's now one of the most active children in our class." — Abebe's teacher
Sample Weekly Menu
Day
Breakfast
Lunch
Snack
Supplements
Monday
Porridge with milk and honey
Injera with vegetable stew
Fresh fruit
Vitamin A
Tuesday
Eggs and bread
Rice with chicken and vegetables
Yogurt
Iron supplement
Wednesday
Oatmeal with fruits
Pasta with meat sauce
Nuts and seeds
Multivitamin
Thursday
Pancakes with honey
Injera with lentil stew
Fresh vegetables
Zinc supplement
Friday
Bread with peanut butter
Fish with vegetables and rice
Fresh fruit
Vitamin D
*Menu varies based on seasonal availability and nutritional needs
Help Us Feed More Children
Your support can help us provide nutritious meals to more vulnerable children and expand our nutrition programs.