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Generate New Business Through SNA Sponsorships in 2015

Be the authority and resource for school nutrition programs.

SNA is the national organization of school nutrition professionals committed to advancing the quality of school meal programs

through education and advocacy.

• Collaboration, Relationship Building and Teamwork• Caring Commitment and Service

• Lifelong Wellness and Healthy Lifestyles• Passion for Lifelong Learning and Professional Development

• Integrity and Ethics

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Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available for the Following 2015 Conferences, Campaigns and Events

School Nutrition Industry Conference ....................................................... 2

Legislative Action Conference ................................................................... 4

Executive Management Program ................................................................. 5

National Leadership Conference ................................................................ 6

Annual National Conference ..................................................................... 8

Additional Sponsorships ............................................................................ 11

National School Lunch Week ................................................................... 14

National School Breakfast Week .............................................................. 15

School Nutrition Foundation .................................................................... 16

For more information on these unique opportunities and

others, please contact School Nutrition Association:

Sherry Carrigan Staff VP of Industry Relations

and Meetings 800-877-8822 x151

scarrigan@schoolnutrition.org

Nicolette Daleske Industry Relations Associate

800-877-8822 x173 ndaleske@schoolnutrition.org

120 Waterfront St., Suite 300 National Harbor, MD 20745

Need ideas on how to maximize your budget and market share? SNA’s creative staff will work with you to create a profitable partnership and transform your ideas into marketing solutions that resonate with our members, achieve your objectives and provide our members with the valuable products and services that they want and you provide.

Sponsorship opportunities are available at many price points so you can find the best fit for your marketing budget. Take time now to carefully review this array of opportunities to maximize your company’s visibility in 2015! We look forward to assisting you in achieving your marketing goals.

SPONSOR RecOgNitiON iNcludeS cOmPaNy

Name liSted:

u In onsite sponsor signage

u In Learning Journals/Program Guides

u On the SNA website

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School Nutrition Industry Conference 2015 (SNIC)arizona grand, Phoenix, aZJanuary 11-13, 2015The School Nutrition Industry Conference (SNIC), an annual meeting of school nutrition professionals and industry representatives, is an exciting opportunity to brainstorm fresh, new strategies and solutions to meet the many demands of the ever-changing school foodservice business environment. Sponsorship of a component of SNIC will increase your visibility among the key decision-makers in the school nutrition segment.

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conference badge holders Place your logo or web address in the hands of more than 500 attendees when you sponsor the official conference badge holders worn by all SNIC attendees. $4,500—exclusive sponsorship

conference tote bags As the exclusive sponsor, your company will be top of mind throughout the year as more than 500 attendees continue to use these attractive bags in their daily lives. $7,000—exclusive sponsorship

general Sessions Sponsors will have the opportunity to introduce the speaker and have their company name and logo displayed on large screens as attendees enter the

session room. Session sponsors may offer product samples and place one giveaway on every seat in the room. Extended recognition will be received through listings on the website and conference coverage in School Nutrition magazine. $6,000— exclusive sponsorship for each session

hotel Key cardsThis exceptional marketing opportunity allows your company to offer a key with your targeted marketing message to all attendees. Your message appears on the front of the card and an SNA promotional message is printed on the back. Your artwork must be approved in advance. Key cards are the number one advertising instrument in a hotel. $6,000—exclusive sponsorship

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The popular GEM Club enables SNA to book top-notch speakers, fly directors in to participate on panels, offer additional education sessions and provide for memorable meetings for all attendees. Be a member of the GEM Club for the School Nutrition Industry Conference (SNIC), the Legislative Action Conference (LAC), the National Leadership Conference (NLC) and the Annual National Conference (ANC). Your company name and logo will be visible throughout the meeting/conference, listed in the SNIC and LAC Learning Journals, the ANC Program Guide, and on the SNA website. GEM Club recognition at ANC will reflect each company’s total contributions for the year.

Refreshment breaksSponsors have the right to provide product for all breaks throughout the conference. Sponsors will be recognized in onsite signage, in the Conference Learning Journal, and on the SNA website. $5,000 + associated hotel fees—Only 2 co-sponsorships available

monday Networking lunch Host a table, to include up to 2 company representatives and 8-10 school nutrition directors (directors will be randomly assigned to each table), and take advantage of this fun and popular networking opportunity. Sponsoring companies will decorate the table using a theme of their choice, and SNA will provide a table sign displaying your company name and logo. Sponsoring companies may also provide giveaways for those seated at their table. $950 per table

hotel Room dropsSponsors have the opportunity to drop a gift or collateral piece in the rooms of all school nutrition operator attendees. Two non-competing companies each night: Sunday & Monday. $2,500 per night + associated hotel fees

monday breakfast buffetSponsor will have the right to include recipes and provide product for this well-loved breakfast event. Sponsor will be recognized in onsite signage, in the Conference Learning Journal, and on the SNA website. $6,000 + associated hotel fees—exclusive sponsorship

tuesday grab n’ go Sponsors will pay a fee for the right to provide breakfast product for attendees. Sponsors will receive recognition by SNA Leadership during a General Session, and your company’s name will be featured in onsite signage. $2,200 + associated hotel fees—Only 5 co-sponsorships available

lac Keynote Speaker The sponsor will get VIP seating, will have the honor of introducing the Keynote Speaker, and their company name will be listed in the LAC Learning Journal and onsite signage. Extended recognition will be received through listings on the website and conference coverage in School Nutrition magazine. $12,000—exclusive sponsorship

capitol hill ReceptionMix and mingle with your House and Senate leaders at the 2015 LAC reception on the Hill. The U.S. Capitol will provide the perfect backdrop to continue SNA’s “Charge to the Hill” by attendees meeting with lawmakers in Congress. This Hill Reception will provide the sponsor with a high degree of visibility at a high-profile event, while still leaving plenty of time for attendees to enjoy dinner in the nation’s capital. Sponsor will have the honor of introducing Congressional leaders in attendance, and will be recognized in on-site signage. $25,000—exclusive sponsorship

hotel Key cardsThis exceptional marketing opportunity allows your company to offer a key card with your targeted marketing message to all attendees. The sponsor’s message appears on the front of the card and an SNA promotional message is printed on the back. The sponsor’s message must be approved in advance. Key cards are the number one advertising instrument in a hotel. $8,000—exclusive sponsorship

general SessionsSponsors may provide one collateral piece to be distributed as attendees enter the session. Your name and logo will be displayed on the large screens as attendees enter and exit the room. Extended recognition will be given through listings on the website and conference coverage in School Nutrition magazine. $5,000—exclusive sponsorship for each session

hotel Room dropsSponsors have the opportunity to drop a gift or collateral piece in the rooms of all school nutrition operator attendees. One company each night: Sunday & Monday. $3,500 per night + associated hotel fees

learning JournalPlace your company’s information in the hands of nearly 1,000 attendees when you sponsor the conference Learning Journal that attendees will use throughout the conference and beyond. Your company will receive a full page ad and your logo will be featured on every page of the journal. 3 co-sponsorships at $3,000 each

Legislative Action Conference 2015 (LAC)JW marriott hotel, Washington, dcmarch 1-4, 2015

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The Legislative Action Conference (LAC) has become one of the most highly anticipated, worthwhile, and informative conferences hosted by the School Nutrition Association. LAC affords attendees the opportunity to experience firsthand the inner workings of the democratic process as it provides a perfect backdrop for learning about the specific legislative and regulatory challenges and opportunities facing school nutrition personnel and industry partners.

The Executive Management Program is a collaboration between SNA and Georgetown

University McDonough School of Business and held on Saturday, February 28, 2015, in conjunction

with SNA’s Legislative Action Conference.

Benefits Include:u Exclusive two-hour Opening Reception on Friday

evening on the Georgetown University campusu Full day of executive-level education at a leading

university ($2,500 value)u Full day of networking with 60 top school nutrition

directorsu Three complimentary registrations for your company

representativesu Recognition during Opening Reception and opportunity

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Marketing nutritious meals, evolving technology, staff training, and shifts in demand for information have created pressures on the bottom line that have been keenly felt in the school nutrition industry. Sixty of SNA’s leading school nutrition directors and three of your company representatives will benefit greatly from an intensive one-day workshop customized to help them manage and stay ahead of the curve during this transformational time in the industry. (Topic to be determined) $25,000— Only 5 co-sponsorships available per year.

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The National Leadership Conference (NLC) helps prepare SNA’s current and incoming state affiliate leaders for the future. If your company is a Patron member of the Association, be sure to join us in San Diego. This is an opportunity to engage with more than 250 state and national leaders while enhancing your company’s visibility among key decision-makers. Have your company stand out in the crowd by sponsoring one of the events listed below.

Opening Reception This fun event provides a great opportunity for incoming state leaders to meet their school nutrition and industry colleagues from other states in a fun and interactive environment. SNA’s Regional Directors plan this social event. Cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres are served. $6,000—exclusive sponsorship

breakfast buffet The sponsor may provide recipes or products for inclusion in the breakfast menu. The sponsor will receive recognition by SNA Leadership during a General Session, and your company’s name will be featured in onsite signage. $5,000 + associated hotel fees—exclusive sponsorship

Refreshment breaksSponsors have the right to provide product for all breaks throughout the conference. Sponsors will be recognized in onsite signage and on the SNA website. $3,000 + associated hotel fees—exclusive sponsorship

hotel Key cardsThis exceptional marketing opportunity allows your company to offer a key card with your targeted marketing message to all attendees. The sponsor’s message appears on the front of the card and an SNA promotional message is printed on the back. The sponsor’s message must be approved in advance. Key cards are the number one advertising instrument in a hotel. $3,500—exclusive sponsorship

hotel Room dropsSponsors have the opportunity to drop a gift or collateral piece in the rooms of all school nutrition operator attendees. One company each night: Thursday & Friday. $2,500 per night + associated fees—2 co-sponsorships available

National Leadership Conference 2015 (NLC)hyatt Regency, San diego, californiaapril 23-25, 2015

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Annual National Conference 2015 (ANC)Salt Palace convention center, Salt lake city, utah July 12–15, 2015

The Annual National Conference (ANC) provides an unparalleled opportunity for industry to showcase the latest and greatest products for the school segment, to network with school nutrition professionals from around the country, and to attend dynamic education sessions. Increase your visibility by sponsoring one of the key components of ANC. Note: Sponsorship opportunities are available to contracted Exhibitors only.

SPONSORShiP RecOgNitiONExtensive recognition for ANC sponsors includes:

u Company name and logo scrolled on large screens in the opening General Session as attendees enter the hall

u Company name and logo listed on large sponsor walls in the covention center

u Company name and logo listed in the ANC Program Guide

u Company name and logo listed on the SNA website and in conference coverage in School Nutrition magazine

See individual sponsorship opportunities

hotel Key cards Did you know that the average hotel guest looks at and searches for their guest room key card more than 10 times per day? This makes key cards the number one advertising instrument in a hotel. Take advantage of this exceptional market-ing tool by sponsoring key cards with your marketing message at all of the ANC conference hotels. Attendees will be carrying your logo and booth information right in their pockets. The sponsor’s message appears on the front of card and an SNA promotional message is printed on the back. The sponsor’s message must be approved in advance. $20,000—exclusive sponsorship

Wellness villageAttendees will be able to relax and recharge both mind and body at the Ex-hibit Hall Wellness Village. In this interactive and educational area, a number of health and wellness organizations will be on hand to offer their services to attendees, including relaxation (massage) stations, literature on staying healthy and fit and much more. Sponsors will be recognized in onsite signage and at the Wellness Village. $12,000—exclusive sponsorship

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Official Conference Learning JournalPlace your logo or web addresss in the hands of more than 3,500 attendees when you sponsor the official conference Learning Journal that attendees will use throughout the conference and beyond. The sponsors’ logos will be placed on each page in the journal. $20,000—exclusive sponsorship or 2 co-sponsorships at $12,000 each

major city directors’ loungeSponsor the Major City Directors’ Lounge on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. A great branding opportunity, sponsorship includes company product placement, computer stations with Internet access, and beverages throughout each day. This lounge will be strategically located near the education sessions. Major City Directors will appreciate the private area to check emails and rest and refresh themselves. $10,000 for 3 days—exclusive sponsorship

district directors’ loungeSponsor the District Directors’ Lounge on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. A great branding opportunity, sponsorship includes company product placement, computer stations with Internet access, and beverages throughout each day. This lounge will be strategically located near the education sessions. District Directors will appreciate a special area to check emails and rest and refresh themselves throughout the day. $10,000 for 3 days—exclusive sponsorship

State agency lounge Like the Major City and District Directors’ lounges, this three-day sponsorship includes company product placement, computer stations with Internet access, and beverages throughout each day. $5,000 for 3 days— exclusive sponsorship

district directors’ Section meeting Speaker The sponsor will be recognized in onsite signage and the ANC Program Guide and will have the honor of introducing the speaker. $5,000—exclusive sponsorship

conference tote bag Premium This affordable opportunity enables you to showcase your company brand or program/product by providing one premium or collateral item to be included in every conference tote bag. (First come, first served; only 10 companies will have the opportunity; note that SNA must approve items.) $3,300—Only 10 sponsorships available

conference badge holders Have your company name and logo imprinted on these highly visible items that are worn by more than 3,500 attendees during the conference and collected as souvenirs. $15,000—exclusive sponsorship

directors’ all-access PassDuring the Directors-Only Exhibit Hall hours on Tuesday, directors will be scrambling to visit booths and have their card signed by any five of the official All-Access Pass sponsors. Fifteen lucky directors will win free 2016 SNA Conference Packages (registration to SNIC, LAC and ANC 2016). $1,900—Limited to 15 companies (first come, first served)

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Onsite bannersExtend your conference messaging through advertising on banners available in the Convention Center and/or Official Conference Hotels. Banners vary in size and cost depending on size or location. call for details.

New connections ReceptionDon’t miss this opportunity to begin developing relationships with SNA’s newest directors, ANC First Timer Scholarship winners, and leaders. This exclusive reception will be held on Sunday afternoon at a location to be determined. As the sponsor of this event, you will have the opportunity to provide products and your company representatives will be the only industry members in attendance. $7,000 + associated hotel fees—exclusive sponsorship

SNa’s annual awards ceremonySee page 16.

exhibit hall loungeTwo attendee lounges will be set up in the Exhibit Hall. Each sponsor will have the opportunity to place company literature or a product giveaway in the lounge along with a sign bearing the company’s logo. Sponsors also will be recognized on the large screens in the General Session room, in onsite signage and in the ANC Program Guide. Extended recognition will be received through listings on the website and conference coverage in School Nutrition magazine. $5,000—Only 2 sponsorships available

general Sessions Sponsors will have opportunity to introduce the speaker and may provide one collat-eral piece to be distributed as attendees enter the room. Your company name and logo will be strategically built into the entrance signage at the hall and displayed on large screens as attendees enter and exit the session. Extended recognition will be received through listings on the website and conference coverage in School Nutrition magazine. Creative ways to tie general session sponsorship to sponsor’s exhibit booth can be discussed. $ 25,000—3 co-sponsorships available

education Program tracksSponsor all sessions in a specific Education Session Track for four consecutive days. Audience size ranges from 200 to 450 people per room. Sponsoring companies will have the opportunity to have a representative at each session within the key area to serve as session presiders. This is your chance to align your company with topics of interest to child nutrition professionals. Available Topic Tracks: Administration, Marketing & Communications, Nutrition Education and Physical Activity, and Operations. $15,000—4 sponsorships available

“catch the moment” at aNc Each year, attendees line up to receive this free personalized souvenir of ANC: a customized interactive digital photograph to remind them of their exciting visit to Salt Lake City and the generous sponsors who helped make the conference possible. Attendees will have a selection of fun backgrounds to choose from, including the front cover of School Nutrition magazine. Photos will print out onsite with a custom-ized frame featuring your company’s name and logo. Additional recognition will be received through ANC Sponsor listings on the website, on signage throughout the convention center, and in conference coverage in School Nutrition magazine. $12,000—exclusive sponsorship or 3 co-sponsorships available at $4,500

aNc closing eventCo-sponsor this exciting concert with SNA, and your company will be center stage when nearly 4,000 school nutrition professionals come together to share a delightful musical experience. The sponsor will have VIP seating, be invited to participate in an exclusive photo opportunity with the band, and will have the opportunity to provide product before and during the event. Additionally, the sponsor will receive extended recognition on the SNA website, in all pre-conference promotion and in widespread onsite signage throughout the convention center and concert venue. call for details.

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techcentral$36,000—1 exclusive sponsorship

Meeting attendees appreciate the opportunity to check their email, recharge their devices, and correspond with family and friends when they are away from home. The SNA TechCentral is located in a convenient location during the School Nutrition Industry Conference (SNIC), the Legislative Action Conference (LAC), the National Leadership Conference (NLC), and the Annual National Conference (ANC).

Additional Sponsorships

future leaders Programcall for details

In order for SNA to remain a strong, vital organization, new leaders must be identified and prepared to lead the Association into the future. This valuable program is designed to do just that. As the exclusive sponsor of the Future Leaders Program, you will have the opportunity to help shape the program, identify speakers, and engage with Future Leaders at all events including the Future Lead-ers Social at ANC and the Future Leaders Program at NLC.

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Key SPONSOR beNefitS iNclude:u Branded presence on member resourcesu Sponsor logo and information on the member resource website, which

includes celebration ideas, a sample press release and proclamationu Sponsor logo with hyperlink in promotional emails sent to membersu Sponsor support mentioned in promotional articles in School Nutrition

magazineu Recognition of support in a national public relations campaign u Exclusive sponsorship of the Employee-Manager Section Meeting at

ANC 2015

Recognizing School Nutrition Heros $30,000—exclusive Sponsorship

Help students and schools honor and recognize today’s school nutrition professionals who serve healthy school meals to more than 30 million children across the country. School Lunch Hero Day celebrates the school nutrition staff who make the cafeteria a welcoming place for kids while driving awareness of their professionalism and training. The third year of this popular annual promotional campaign will begin in March and the actual event is held on Friday, May 1, 2015.

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Best practices to start or enhance your summer feeding program.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 Welcome Letter

3 Introduction

4-9 Summer Feeding Fundamentals

10-13 Summer School: Real-World Stories of Summer Feeding Success

14-16 Let Your Program Shine: Marketing and Promoting Your Summer Feeding Programs

17 A Recipe for Success: Sample Recipes and Menus

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The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) was created to ensure that low-income children continue to receive nutritious meals during summer vacation. An updated Summer Feeding Toolkit is an online resource for SNA members that provides valuable information on how to start up or enhance participation in the SFSP. Sponsors benefit from a year-round campaign, with additional promotion during the spring.

Key sponsor benefits include:

u Branded presence on member resourcesu Sponsor logo and information on the member resource website, which includes

sample menus, nutrition education information and training materials u Sponsor logo with hyperlink in promotional emails sent to membersu Sponsor support mentioned in promotional articles in School Nutrition magazineu A PR campaign including a press release mentioning sponsorship support

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As a school nutrition professional, you already know how important it is to provide nutritious meals for students through the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs (NSLP and SBP). But when the last bell of the school year rings, many of the children who rely on these programs throughout the year are left at serious risk of going hungry. The federal Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) can help bridge the hunger gap.

If you think your community could benefit from participating in the SFSP, or you would like to expand your existing program through better promotion and marketing, this Summer Feeding Toolkit—brought to you by the School Nutrition Association (SNA) and the National Watermelon Promotion Board—is for you. The toolkit will help you:

W understand the fundamentals of running a summer feeding program

W learn about the Seamless and Simplified administrative options and decide which one is right for you

W find inspiration in the best practices of other school nutrition directors and their successful—and very different—summer feeding programs W promote your program and work with the media

W discover new menu and recipe ideas

Summer Feeding: Does it Close the Gap? In July 2008, summer nutrition programs (notably the SFSP and the Seamless Option offered through the NSLP) served lunch to 2.9 million children on an average day. That may seem like a high number, but it means that only one in six low-income children who ate a school lunch during the regular 2007-08 school year were provided a nutritious meal. This gap is compelling evidence for starting or expanding a summer feeding program in your community.

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SNA CampaignsNational School Lunch Week (NSLW) and National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) are SNA’s most popular and visible promotions, national in scope and celebrated in schools across the country. NSLW and NSBW are great opportunities for sponsors to show their support for two SNA member favorites and to be recognized for helping provide much-needed promotional tools for SNA members to use in their schools.

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NSLW is celebrated each year in October in schools across the country to raise public awareness about the value of the federally funded school lunch program. The campaign celebrates the positive changes that have been made in school lunch programs across the country and allows schools to showcase their accomplishments and educate their community about the importance of healthy school meals. The promotion kicks off when the school year begins and culminates in October during National School Lunch Week. Sponsors benefit from a two-month celebration of the National School Lunch Program.

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To see how the 2014 NSBW campaign came to life, visit the official member resource website:

www.schoolnutrition.org/NSBW

Key beNefitS Of NSlW aNd NSbW camPaigN SPONSORShiP iNclude:u Branded presence on member resources

u Sponsor logo on every page of the very popular toolkits (15,000 average downloads)

u Sponsor logo with hyperlink in promotional emails sent to members

u Sponsor logo and information on the member resource websites

u Opportunity to reach students and parents with the sponsor logo on backpack brochures

u High visibility at SNA’s Annual National Conference, including the opportunity to preside at a NSLW/NSBW education session

u Sponsor support mentioned in campaign coverage in School Nutrition magazine

u A national PR campaign including a press release mentioning sponsorship support

u Visibility in supporting SNA’s most popular campaigns

NatiONal SchOOl bReaKfaSt WeeK $85,000—exclusive Sponsorship

NSBW is celebrated in schools in March and was launched in 1989 to raise awareness about the availability of the School Breakfast Program (SBP). The award-winning NSBW themes are fun ways to introduce students to the importance of school breakfast and being active. Each year, an SNA promotional campaign kicks off in January and culminates in National School Breakfast Week in March. Sponsors benefit from a two-month celebration of the School Breakfast Program.

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SNa membeR eNgagemeNt WebiNaR SeRieS

Talk TuesdaysDue to the popularity of SNA’s Webinar Wednesday’s series, SNA is now offering webinars on Tuesdays as well! Talk Tuesdays are designed to encourage SNA members and SNA leaders to become more engaged in the association. Topics include: recruiting and retaining members, news and updates for SNA

state association leaders, best practices at state conferences, information about SNA programs and services, tools to help operators promote their programs, member forums with SNA leadership and much more. As a company sponsor, recognition will be provided on every webinar. Additionally, a company representative will have the opportunity to welcome webinar attendees on two webinars. $10,000 each or 3 webinars for $25,000.

Webinar WednesdaysSNA is leading the way to link school nutrition professionals across the country to expert knowledge on emerging issues and hot topics. Thousands of participants have taken advantage of Webinar Wednesdays programming and come away with new ways to create opportunities to increase participation, better manage operations and share innovative techniques. Webinar partnerships are a great way to provide educational programming and bring school nutrition operators and industry together. $10,000 each or 3 webinars for $25,000.

SNa aWaRdS PROgRamThe SNA Awards Program recognizes the amazing contributions of SNA members by awarding prestigious honors to members at a state, regional and national level. The SNA Awards Program has recently been revamped to make the awards more inviting for members to participate. The new awards include the Employee of the Year, Manager of the Year and Director of the Year. SNA State Associations are also recognized with honors for leadership, membership, and professional development. As the exclusive sponsor of this program, your company will be recognized on the SNA Awards Program section of the SNA website and in all promotional material at the state and national level. Your company will also host the annual Red Carpet Awards Ceremony at ANC, a fun and well-loved event which gets bigger and better each year! You will be actively involved in the ceremony, which is routinely attended by 500-650 school nutrition professionals. Your company will be recognized in onsite signage, the ANC Program Guide and conference coverage in School Nutrition magazine. The sponsor benefits from year-round visibility with members from promotion of the program nationwide to honoring award winners at ANC and state conferences around the country. $25,000—exclusive sponsorship

StaR clubAs the exclusive sponsor of this popular member recognition program, your company will be recognized on the Star Club section of the SNA website and in all promotional material at a state and national level. Additionally, you will host the popular SNA’s Star Club Breakfast at ANC which includes recognition in onsite signage, the ANC Program Guide and conference coverage in School Nutrition magazine. $20,000—under contract

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ScholarshipsSince 1984, SNF has been providing members of SNA with opportunities to explore higher education op-tions. Rising education costs and the growing demand for school nutrition personnel remain the driving force behind SNF’s commitment to help SNA members re-alize their academic dreams. To date we have awarded over $2 million in scholarships. Industry partners can help build the future workforce for school nutrition through named scholarship funds.

Professional DevelopmentSNF supports a rich array of continuing education programs for SNA members and the entire school nutrition community. Professional development is critical not only to those just beginning their career in school nutrition, but also for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the intricacies of school feeding programs. As the school nutrition environment continues to change at a rapid pace, professional development is important to keep both the new as well as the seasoned professional up-to-date. As new, effective practices are developed, SNA members have the opportunity to learn from those practices through professional development. Sponsor-ing professional opportunities can be a way to take new innovative practices to a broader audience.

ResearchSNF plays an integral role in advancing the study of child nutrition and school foodservice by funding SNA research projects. The research efforts of SNA members and others continue to enhance the body of knowledge that informs the members of school boards, school administrators, and school nutrition profes-sionals as decisions are made about providing healthy food to school children. When you partner with SNF to fund research initiatives in school nutrition, you are making a difference in the lives of children today and in the future.

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Janet Hedrick Director

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The School Nutrition Foundation (SNF) was founded in 1964 as the sister organization of the School Nutrition Association (SNA) with the purpose of securing financial support to provide education, research and scholarship for SNA and its members. In 2014, SNF celebrated its 50th Anniversary with the renewed commitment to its financial support of SNA as it educates and empowers the men and women who feed millions of children in America every day.

To provide the education and professional development needed by SNA members in a rapidly changing environment, SNF works with individuals, corporations, and foundations to secure the funding needed. Recognizing the role of research in advancing the field of school nutrition, SNF seeks financial

support for the research that will set the direction for the future of school nutrition. The most direct benefit to SNA members comes from the scholarships funded by industry and individuals through SNF.

Supporting the School Nutrition Foundation is providing school nutrition professionals with the skills, insight, and initiative needed to ensure students are well nourished and prepared for success.

Whether through direct contributions to the Foundation or through sponsorship of the 2015 Celebration of School Nutrition Heroes on March 2, 2015, you can assist SNF in its continued efforts to provide financial support for programs beyond member-ship services that will advance the field of school nutrition.

Our MissionThe School Nutrition Foundation provides financial support for education, research and scholarships for the benefit of

School Nutrition Association members.

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Future Conference Dates

2016 San Antonio, TX July 10–13

2017 Atlanta, GA July 9–12

2018 Las Vegas, NV July 8–11

2019 St. Louis, MO July 14–17

2020 Nashville, TN July 11-15