Nutrition-Powered Healthcare
Empowering individuals to live healthier lives, through personalized nutrition, tools, and support.
A Story True to Our Roots
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A Simple Idea
Project FoodBox began with a simple idea at a tough moment: what if we could get fresh, local produce to families right when they needed it most? In 2020, as the pandemic turned everyday life upside down, a small group of us noticed something that didn’t sit right. Farms all across California had mountains of produce going unsold, and yet families everywhere were suddenly struggling to keep fresh food on their tables. So we rolled up our sleeves and started connecting with farmers, boxing up what would have gone to waste, and delivering it straight to homes, local food banks, and clinics.
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Chronic Needs
Over time, Project FoodBox shifted from just getting groceries to people, to something bigger about health, dignity, and real community. Many of us have our own stories—coworkers and relatives facing health issues, and seeing how genuinely healthy food could make a difference if it was actually within reach. Whether it was a mom holding two jobs and caring for an elderly parent, or a local firefighter wrestling with a chronic heart problem, we witnessed how much a single box of fresh ingredients could brighten someone’s day and offer a bit of hope when things felt tough.
Healthier Futures
At its core, Project FoodBox is a story about neighbors helping neighbors, and creating a food system where everyone benefits. Families get what they need on their tables, farmers get good value for their hard work, and less food goes to waste. We’ve stuck close to our roots and relied on partners from all walks of life, always listening to what people really need. It started as an emergency effort, but now every box packed and delivered is a reminder that community truly matters—and that together, meal by meal, we’re building healthier futures for each other.
Simple Beginnings
Project FoodBox began with a simple idea at a tough moment: what if we could get fresh, local produce to families right when they needed it most? Our roots are deep in the California dirt with SunTerra Produce, where Steve’s family has been farming for decades. We knew how to move food, but we didn’t know yet how much it would change our lives.
2020: The Pivot
COVID hit, and the world stopped. But the hunger didn’t. As farms in California saw mountains of produce going unsold, families were suddenly struggling. The USDA called, and we answered through the Farmers to Families program. We rolled up our sleeves, boxing up what would have gone to waste and delivering it straight to homes.
Wait — This Should Be Permanent
We saw the impact. We met the families. A single box of fresh ingredients wasn’t just food; it was hope. We realized that this shouldn’t be an emergency measure—it should be the new standard for healthcare. We began building the infrastructure to serve Medicaid members, moving from temporary relief to long-term health outcomes.
PFB Is Born
Project FoodBox officially took shape as we turned a crisis response into a long-term mission. What began as getting produce to families in a moment of need became a healthcare solution rooted in dignity, nutrition, and community. We committed to building something lasting—connecting fresh food, local farms, and better health outcomes for the people who need them most.
Today: Half a Million Boxes
Over 500,000 boxes delivered and counting. We’ve stuck close to our roots, always listening to what people really need. Every box packed and delivered is a reminder that community truly matters—and that together, meal by meal, we’re building healthier futures for each other.
Food As Medicine
Vision
We envision a future where healthcare starts with high-quality food, ensuring that every individual has access to the nutrition they need to thrive.
Mission
To empower individuals to live healthier lives through innovative, data-driven nutrition solutions that improve health outcomes, enhance well-being, and bridge the gap between food and medicine by delivering personalized meals, fresh produce, and tailored educational support.
Meet the Team
We’re a team of nutrition experts, health advocates, and community builders making better health possible—one box at a time.
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Why We’re Different
Bringing together local farms, personalized nutrition, and real medical support.
Project FoodBox is changing the way healthcare works by making food part of the solution. We call it Nutrition-Powered Healthcare—a new kind of care where health plans, doctors, and community programs work together to provide fresh, healthy food to people who need it most.
Built on decades of farming, logistics, and nutrition science, our programs can scale to meet every demand, reduce healthcare costs, and support a food system that’s good for people, providers, and the planet.
Our Values
Food as Medicine
We believe nutrition is the foundation of health and should be seamlessly integrated into healthcare. Our commitment is to deliver medically tailored food that empowers individuals to prevent and manage chronic conditions.
Innovation with Impact
We leverage data, cutting-edge technology, and evidence-based nutrition science to create transformative, scalable solutions that improve health outcomes and enhance well-being.
Accessibility
We are dedicated to ensuring that high-quality, medically tailored, personalized nutrition is accessible to all, regardless of income, background, or geography.
Sustainability & Stewardship
We are committed to building a sustainable, tech-enabled food system that reduces waste, supports local farmers, and strengthens communities for future generations.
Our Roots Are in the Fields—And the Future of Healthcare
As growers, shippers, and nutrition experts, we know how to move fresh, high-quality food from the field to the front door—quickly, reliably, and with purpose. This deep expertise is what makes our program effective, scalable, and trusted by healthcare providers and members alike.
Ready to Work With Us?
Whether you're the head of household, a health plan, a care provider or community-based organization, Project FoodBox is ready to help you bring nutrition-focused care to the people you serve.