Dairy vending machines can be a part of your school wellness plan. It’s also a great way to complement Fuel Up to Play 60, an in-school nutrition and physical activity program from the National Dairy Council and the NFL that encourages the availability and consumption of nutrient-rich foods along with 60 minutes of physical activity daily.
How to get started
The American Dairy Association Mideast (ADA Mideast) offers $1000 grants to Ohio and West Virginia schools serving grades 6-12 when they purchase AMS or Dixie Narco dairy vending machines. Click here for distributor information.
To apply for a dairy vending grant, click here. Please note that once your application has been approved, you will need to submit supporting documentation including a proof of purchase receipt or leasing agreement and a proof of installation to the ADA Mideast in order to receive the grant funds. For questions about this process, please contact us.
You can also work with your Fuel Up to Play 60 team and use this Healthy Eating Play to give students healthier options in your school’s vending machines.