Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program

All mailings and resources below are in Microsoft Word Word Document unless otherwise noted.

Overview

The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) is a USDA funded program that provides free fresh fruits and vegetables to children of participating elementary schools. The purpose of the program is to expand and increase the variety and amount of fruits and vegetables children experience and consume. Combined with nutrition education and a reinforcement of healthful eating habits, the program emphasizes the long-term goals of positively influencing children's life-long eating habits and combating childhood obesity. This program also encourages schools to reach out to area farmers/growers for purchasing local fresh whole produce.

If you have any questions about the program, please contact DPI's School Nutrition Team:

Linda Handel, RD, CD

Public Health Nutritionist

linda.handel@dpi.wi.gov

(608) 266-2741

2010-2011 School Year

FFVP Grant Application
- Application Guide - Introduction to the program, what is expected of participating schools and guidelines for completing the grant application. Includes the application checklist.
- Application Instructions - Step by step guide to help complete the application form.
- Grant Application (PI-6101) - Completed application with one copy must be postmarked by March 19, 2010.
January 25, 2010 - Announcing: Grant Opportunity for the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP)

2009-2010 School Year

Claim Forms Update: Schools must now complete the Supplemental Claim Form along with their PI 1086 Program Fiscal Report in the Claim Form Workbook to be reimbursed for the FFVP purchases.
Congratulations to all 2009-2010 School Year Program Participants
State Map of 2009-2010 School Year Participating Schools
August 11, 2009 DPI FFVP Press Release
March 12, 2009 - Announcing: Grant Opportunity for the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP)
USDA Guidance Memo to states regarding the allocation of funds for SY 09-10, as well as a reminder of program procedures.
- Proposed Funding Per State Table

Program Administration

Guidance

USDA Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program Handbook and Guidance Memos
USDA Guidance Memos
- FFVP Targeted School Selection and Outreach Process - December 1, 2009
- USDA Third Quarter FY 2009 Q and A's - Refer to pages 5 and 6 for FFVP Q & A's - October 30, 2009
- Applying Geographic Preferences in Procurements for the Child Nutrition Programs - Updates - October 9, 2009
- School Garden Q & As - July 29, 2009
- Frequently Asked Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program Questions - August 8, 2008
Procurement Resources

Training

Webcasts for 2009-2010 School Year

Forms


Budget Forms	Claim Forms
Budget Form PI-6101-A (First Allocation)	Claim Form Workbook Includes Supplemental Claim Form and PI 1086 Fiscal Report
Budget Form PI-6101-B (Second Allocation)	Instructions to Complete Claim Form Workbook
Sample - Completed Budget Form	Sample Claim Form PI-1086
Sample - Completed Budget Revision Form

Program Coordinator Quarterly Update (PI-6101- Eval)

Evaluation

Why Fruit and Vegetable Access and Consumption Matters

Offering a variety of fruits and vegetables in your school supports the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, emphasizing daily intake of nutrient-rich foods. The following information and evidence-based research support the FFVP initiative by illustrating how and why serving fruits and vegetables in schools benefit children, as well as how offering an increase in fruits and vegetables helps to achieve national fruit and vegetable consumption goals.

Inside the Pyramid - USDA MyPyramid.gov. Click on "Fruits" and "Vegetables" to learn more
Steps to Eating More Fruits and Vegetables - From Fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov. Find out how many fruits and vegetables you need as well as how you can add them into your day as part of a healthy diet.
What Works in ...Schools - Strategies for improving school wellness, including increased fruit and vegetable consumption
FFVP 2006 Evaluation and PowerPoint Summary Please direct questions on the evaluation to Dr. Eric M. Jamelske, 715-836-3254.

Safe Food Handling

Washing and Handling Fresh Fruits and Vegetables - Food Safety Plan Prototype - SOP #12, see page 29
CDC Hand Washing Guide
FightBAC! Safe Handling of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
USDA/Team Nutrition Fruit and Vegetable Food Safety
Melon Safe Handling Procedures

Additional Grant Opportunities

The following websites offer lists of various grant opportunities.