What does Better Food Foundation do?

Better Food Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on promoting plant-protein-rich diets to enhance community resilience, protect biodiversity, and support planetary health. It operates as an "action tank," developing innovative strategies to normalize plant-based eating across various institutions and cultures worldwide. The foundation's mission is to create a healthy, equitable, and sustainable food system by advancing climate-smart, plant-forward diets. It runs several key programs, including "Plant-Based by Default," which encourages institutions to serve plant-rich meals as the standard option, and "DefaultVeg Campus," which empowers university students and faculty to advocate for sustainable food systems. Better Food Foundation also supports community advocates and collaborates with various organizations to strengthen the movement for dietary change. The foundation has made a significant impact, influencing over 16 million meals annually and reducing greenhouse gas emissions and water usage. It provides free resources such as toolkits, training curricula, and advocacy materials to help shift food norms toward plant-based options.