Kids in Nutrition Community Nutrition Education Series

Main project image
TGIF logo image.
Project description:

Kids In Nutrition (KIN) hosts a Community Nutrition Education Series, an initiative designed to empower
children and families in Davis with lasting healthy habits and essential dietary life skills. Through
interactive, trauma-informed nutrition lessons, UC Davis student volunteers engage elementary school
students in hands-on learning, fostering food literacy and wellness. Beyond the classroom, KIN extends
its impact through community tabling events and bilingual family resources, ensuring accessible
nutrition education for all.

Location:
UC Davis
Grant funding amount:
$0-1000
Grant cycle:
Spring 2025
Project status:
Complete
Project leaders:
  • Ayaka Sonehara
  • Gina Stevens
  • Omkar Ekbote
UN Sustainable Development Goals associated with project:
2-Zero hunger
3-Good health and well-being
4-Quality education
10-Reduced inequalities
12-Responsible consumption and production
13-Climate action
17-Partnerships for the goals