School Nutrition Association (SNA)
The School Nutrition Association (SNA, formerly American School Food Service Association) is a national, nonprofit professional organization representing more than 50,000 members who provide high-quality, low-cost meals to students across the country.
The Association works to ensure all children have access to healthful school meals and nutrition education by:
• Providing members with education and training
• Setting standards through certificate and credentialing programs
• Gathering and transmitting regulatory, legislative, industry, nutritional and other types of information related to school nutrition
• Representing the nutritional interests of all children
Mission:
They empower and support school nutrition professionals in advancing the accessibility, quality and integrity of school nutrition programs.
Vision:
Every student has access to nutritious meals at school, ensuring their optimal health and well-being.
Values:
• Integrity: Act ethically and responsibly, always.
• Inclusion: Embrace different perspectives and ideas from SNA’s diverse membership.
• Collaboration: Share strategies and solutions to achieve professional excellence.
• Commitment: Embody care and compassion for student well-being.
• Innovation: Drive change with creativity and strategic thinking.
• Courage: Resolve to protect and defend school nutrition programs.
Core Purpose:
Well-nourished students, prepared to succeed.