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Leah's Pantry > What We Do > We Cultivate Nourished Communities > Nutrition Pantry Program

Nutrition Pantry Program

The Nutrition Pantry Program (NPP) supports policy, systems, and environmental changes at food distribution sites that lead to client-centered, health-focused distributions.

NPP offers resources, technical assistance, and training in six focus areas, for pantries working to demonstrate alignment with best practices and client needs. The program also provides a pathway to gold or silver certification. Leah’s Pantry provides direct implementation, data analysis, and support for agencies who want to implement NPP at multiple sites (such as SNAP-Ed programs).

Quick Facts (view full brochure):

  • For pantries of all types and sizes
  • Six month average program length
  • Plans that fit your pantry
  • No cost to participate
USDA SNAP-Ed Toolkit


NPP is part of the USDA’s national SNAP-Ed Toolkit, a one-stop shop for organizations seeking programs to improving nutritional health in their communities.

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COVID-19 Resources

This program is generously supported by:

Bob and Dolores Hope Foundation
CalFresh Healthy Living

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NPP Process

Plan…

Collect information about your pantry, including feedback from staff, volunteers, and clients. Create a unique workplan for your site.

Implement…

Make specific changes to your pantry with the support of trained NPP staff:

  • Phone calls
  • Site visits
  • Training opportunities

Certify & Connect…

Optional pathway to achieve Bronze, Silver, or Gold level certification, providing:

  • Public recognition of accomplishments
  • Outcome data to share with donors and site leadership
  • Networking connections
  • Ongoing opportunities for training and leadership development

Visual Depiction of Nutrition Pantry Program at Leah's Pantry

Our volunteers and participants are very happy with the outcome of NPP. We now have a great deal of nutrition education resources, a new refrigeration unit to house more fresh food, and a growing onsite garden!

—Community Resource Center, Encinitas, NPP Certified Pantry

Some of Our Gold Certified Pantries

  • Catholic Charities College Area of San Diego, CA
  • Catholic Charities Santa Rosa, CA
  • Community Resource Center of Encinitas, CA
  • Catholic Charities Diocese of Fresno, CAA
  • UC San Diego Triton Food Pantry of San Diego, CA

2019 Map of Pantries

  • NPP 2019 Map - Northern California
    Northern California
  • NPP 2019 Map - Southern California
    Southern California
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Together we can inspire healthy habits and build resilience in children and adults in low-income communities.

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