National Impact Report

Advancing youth wellness in
Since 2010, GENYOUth has raised $200,000,000
to support our nation's schools and help school children thrive
by living well-nourished and physically active lives.
SCHOOL GRANTS in the U.S.
Supporting equitable access for youth since 2010

School Nutrition Grants

Grants have been awarded to support school nutrition initiatives at 17,740 schools with a combined enrollment of 18,534,103 students.

School cafeteria equipment grants have provided students with increased access to 2,049,897,510 meals each year.

Physical Activity Grants

Grants have been awarded to 25,153 school communities allowing 21,554,336 enrolled students to be active before, during, and after school.

REACH in the U.S.
Participation in GENYOUth programs

75,899 schools

69%
of all schools
79%
of all Title 1 schools*

40,657,174 students

76%
of all students
81%
of students eligible for free & reduced meals*
By School Level
By Community Type
*indicates schools in underserved communities

Youth Engagement

GENYOUth elevates youth voice through our National Youth Council and bi-annual Youth Insights Surveys on nutrition and physical activity.

Distribution of Schools

Engaged in GENYOUth Initiatives

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NOTES:

Last data update 11/12/25

The term "schools" includes all K-12 public and
private schools in the US.