front linenews HEADLINES IN BAKERY & DELI & RETAIL Whole Foods Starts Whole Kids Foundation Whole Foods Market is pleased to announce the Whole Kids Foundation, a charitable organization that will provide children with access to healthy food choices through partnerships with schools, educators and organizations. By supporting schools and inspiring families, the Foundation aims to help children reach optimal health through the strength of a healthy body fueled by nutritious food choices. The Foundation’s first major initiative will be the Whole Kids Garden grants to support the implementation or expansion of on-campus teaching gardens. “We are excited to formalize our commitment to improving childhood nutrition and wellness through our new Foundation,” said Walter Robb, Whole Foods Market co-CEO and Whole Kids Foundation board chairman. “By collaborating with schools and parents, we believe we can increase fruit and vegetable consumption both at schools and at home and make a significant contribution in the fight against childhood obesity.” Grant Project, a program that will enable schools to help build children’s relationships with food through the power of gardening. All schools and garden-related nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply this fall for Real value for money ! Bake to the Future with Automatic breadslicer 2011-100-1-US | 14 | inStorebuyer | September 2011 | www.jac-machines.com