A Longer Table strengthens school cafeterias so children are nourished and prepared to learn by building the workforce and systems to support scratch cooking.

Our Impactful Programs
We’re Rethinking Hunger Relief Where It Matters Most: in Schools

In Indianapolis, school cafeterias serve thousands of students each day, making school food one of our strongest tools for supporting student health, learning, and stability. A Longer Table works with schools to build on that strength. Through scratch-made meals and paid student training, our programs help schools deliver high-quality meals and prepare the next generation to lead in the food system.

  • 350,000+

    Fresh, Daily School Meals Served Each Year

    Next Course Cafeterias prepare scratch-made meals daily, fueling students with food that meets nutrition standards and reflects their communities.

  • 19+

    Living-Wage Jobs Created in School Kitchens Each Year

    We help schools strengthen their food programs from within through training, staffing, and support that benefits students and the teams who serve them.

  • 50+

    Food Fellowship Graduates and Growing

    Every Fellow completes paid, hands-on training in food, farming, and hospitality, earning credentials, building confidence, and preparing for what’s next.

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