New York City Mayor's Office of Food Policy

NYCHA Health Corps Members are building healthier, more equitable communities through public service. MOFP spoke to this year’s cohort of Health Corps about fostering connection and creating change when pursuing careers in public health.

Today is . Every year, 389 pounds of food are wasted by NYC households, costing families nearly $3,000.

MOFP joined the UN Day of Zero Waste to discuss how to reduce food waste and combat hunger. We can save food and money from going to waste: www.nyc.gov/site/foodpolicy/environment/surplus-food.page

Edward R. Murrow HS was the first of to participate in the Cafeteria Enhancement Experience. NYC has invested over $150 million to transform cafeterias in all five boroughs to be more welcoming places for students to enjoy lunch and socialize. Thanks to the CEE redesign at Edward R. Murrow and in response to student feedback, the updated service has increased the variety of food offered, improved accessibility, and increased student engagement. Now, 266% more students are eating school meals — that’s 2,200 every day!

At , a gourmet three-course meal is free. The delicious, nourishing meals are created from rescued surplus food and served to the community with dignity. MOFP was excited to join dedicated staff and volunteers for meal service that centers joy and connection to combat hunger and meet neighbors’ needs. Thank you for having us!

A resilient food system is supported by strong regional infrastructure.
 
At Food for Humanity Initiative’s Brown Bag Seminar, MOFP shared the Food and Climate Strategy’s vision for a more sustainable food system that better supports the health of people and the planet.

During National Nutrition Month, get more fruits and vegetables when you use Health Bucks!

These $2 coupons can be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at all NYC farmers markets. For every $2 spent at farmers markets using SNAP benefits on an EBT card, you can get $2 in Health Bucks, up to $10 per day. Text “SoGood” or “MuyRico” (for Spanish) to 55676 to find a farmers market near you.

Policy was on the menu for students at Food and Finance High School! MOFP Executive Director Kate MacKenzie joined students in Mr. Johnson’s economics class for 2026. Students explored the connection between food and community, health, and the environment, and how school lunches, delivery workers, and grocery stores are impacted by local government.

Thank you to Principal Ventura, Mr. Johnson, and the future food leaders in the community for the warm welcome!

NYC Public Schools serve free, healthy breakfast and lunch to students every day.

For a new recipe to make it onto the menu, it needs approval from 70% of student taste-testers. MOFP joined students to try four nutritious and delicious new recipes.

Universal school meals put money back in parents’ pockets, nourish children, and set students up for success in and beyond the classroom.

Learn more: nyc.gov/SchoolMealsForStudents

Congratulations to Josiah for winning the Nourishing Narratives documentary contest and spotlighting how food education can plant the seeds to tackle food justice—starting with a delicious basil salad dressing! Thank you to the and D75 community for all you do in creating an inclusive community that nurtures creativity and passion. We’re excited for the new farmers market and looking forward to seeing the partnership with help our students flourish. An equitable food future begins now.

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