USDA Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program

Contact Information

Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program

360-725-6200
TTY: 360-664-3631

Rachel Floyd

360-742-4155

The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) provides all enrolled students in participating elementary schools with a variety of free fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the school day—separate from the lunch or breakfast meal in one or more areas of the school. The program’s main goal is to create a healthier school environment by expanding students’ access to a variety of produce, increasing produce consumption, and promoting healthy food choices.

Review the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program reference sheet for more information!

Application

All elementary schools with a free and reduced-price percentage of 50% or more, based on the previous year's Area Eligibility Report, are encouraged to apply. The FFVP application will be completed using the Washington Integrated Nutrition System (WINS). View the Applying for FFVP Using WINS Recorded Training to get your application started today!

An Example Time and Effort Form can be used to track employee hours spent in the FFVP.

Annual Training

Annual training is required for both new and returning sponsors to participate in the FFVP. At least one person from your district should plan to attend the online training prior to beginning the program.

FFVP training is now available on our new training platform, Canvas. New sponsors should enroll in FFVP 101. Returning sponsors may choose to take FFVP 101 or FFVP 201.

  1. Complete the interactive course by reviewing all pages and participating in activities, quizzes, and discussions. Utilize the external links as needed.
  2. Certify your training attendance. Download the training certificate and email to the FFVP Program Specialist.

Procurement

Procurement is the purchasing of goods and services. All entities using federal funds must follow procurement guidelines.

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