Cumberland County Food System Alliance - PA

06/02/2026

Starting in two weeks. All children ages 18 and under can participate, regardless of family income or school district residency!

☀️🍎 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞! 🍎☀️
West Shore School District’s Summer Meals Program returns June 15 through August 13, helping keep kids fueled all summer long — and this year, we’re continuing to serve families at multiple locations across the District! 💙

🕗 𝗠𝗘𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦
🥣 Breakfast: 8:15 – 9 a.m.
🍽️ Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

📍 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦
🏫 Hillside Elementary School
🏫 Washington Heights Elementary School
🏫 Old Trail Intermediate School
🏫 Cedar Cliff High School

📅 All sites will be closed on Fridays and Monday, July 6.

👧🧒 All children ages 18 and under are welcome, regardless of family income or school district residency. Please note that meals must be eaten on site in accordance with current program regulations.

🔗 For entrance information and additional details, visit: https://www.wssd.k12.pa.us/SummerMeals.aspx

05/29/2026

Did you know that nearly 18% of surveyed Cumberland County students reported worrying about running out of food during the past year?

Food insecurity isn't always visible. Many children experiencing hunger attend school every day, participate in activities, and appear to be doing fine.

National research shows that school meals are one of the most effective tools for reducing child hunger and supporting student success.

That's why programs like Universal School Meals and the School Breakfast Program matter. When nutritious meals are available at school, students are more likely to start the day nourished and ready to learn.

Read the 2026 Large School District Report:https://frac.org/wp-content/uploads/large-school-district-report-2026.pdf

05/28/2026

From local favorites like Massey's Frozen Custards to old-fashioned ice cream sodas, satisfy your sweet tooth along Cumberland Valley's Ice Cream Trail.

05/28/2026

Due June 26! The South Mountain Partnership Flex Grants supports flexible grassroots conservation projects that are not traditionally eligible for the SMP Community Impact/ Mini-Grant program. Awards range from $1,000- $2,000.

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

As the so-called Make America Healthy Again movement adds fuel to the national debate on what makes food healthy or not, advocates face a defining question: What does it really take to make America healthy? Beyond debates over ingredients and personal choice, real progress requires confronting hunger, inequitable food access, and a food system that too often undermines health—especially for communities with the fewest resources.

This timely webinar brings together leading voices in anti-hunger advocacy, public health, and food and nutrition policy to examine historical divides —and shared goals— between these movements and why collaboration is essential now to protect food assistance, improve nutrition, and build a healthy and just food system.

Register at the link in the comments! 👇

05/26/2026

📢Peer food policy councils: Save the date for the 2nd Annual South Central PA Regional Food Policy Council Gathering!

05/26/2026

Raising a child under 5? Whether you’re a parent, foster parent, or caregiver, WIC may be able to help. WIC offers healthy foods, nutrition guidance, breastfeeding support, and connections to other services. See if you’re eligible at pawic.com.

05/26/2026

Join our team! Administrative Services Associate position is now available.

Visit our website to learn more: https://forbetterhealthpa.org/were-hiring-administrative-services-associate-position-available/

The Partnership for Better Health is seeking an Administrative Services Associate to handle key office functions for the staff and Board and provide administrative support for the staff, Board, and operational/administrative Committees, including event logistics, facility management, human resources, and technology activities.

Candidates with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are respectful of all people and the ways in which they identify across race, class, ability, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age and other characteristics.

The Partnership for Better Health offers an attractive compensation and full benefits package, including competitive salary, paid-time-off, employee wellness, medical, dental and life insurances, and retirement benefits. Salary is negotiable subject to experience. At 32-hours a week, the position contributes to a healthy work/life balance. This position is office-based given the nature of the duties.

05/21/2026

U-Pick strawberry season has officially arrived at the College Farm! ☀️🍓

Starting May 25th (Memorial Day), you can stop by the farm to pick your own certified organic strawberries for just $6 per quart!

U-Pick will be open from 8am-12pm on Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays, and Saturdays.

We hope to see you here!