About

Balanced is a nonprofit focused on public health advocacy through institutional menu change. We help schools and early childhood settings add plant-forward, fiber-rich meals children love to their menus. We do this by supporting food service professionals in shifting the center of the plate toward plant-powered proteins such as legumes, lentils, and tofu, while still meeting USDA school lunch and CACFP requirements. We provide hands-on technical assistance on menu expansion, family engagement, recipes, staff training, procurement, and more, all at no cost.