Greetings from Nourishing Generations!


This Summer, our chefs introduced colorful, veggie-forward recipes that were as delicious as they were nutritious. From young students discovering the excitement of preparing fresh vegetables to older adults sharing stories and learning new ways to enjoy seasonal ingredients, each class reinforced the power of food to nourish, connect, and strengthen our communities. Thank you to our participants, partners, volunteers, and supporters for helping us build healthier generations—one meal, one recipe, and one shared experience at a time.

Young Chefs' Academy at 1440 Multiversity

Through the month of July, 40 lucky students aged 7-14 participated in Nourishing Generations' groundbreaking collaborative pilot program with 1440. The Young Chefs' Academy marks the first children's program hosted at the Scott's Valley Multiversity campus.

Vibrant veggies for Pasta Primavera.

Young Chefs chopping veggies with a view of the culinary garden.

Sweet ingredients for health-- seeds, oats, spices and maple syrup for granola.

Rolling out dough and cutting fresh pasta noodles!

Nourished by Nature

The spectacular setting and intensive schedule of the Young Chef's Academy offered unique opportunities for participants to learn the art of producing farm-to-table cuisine. Students harvested vegetables and herbs from the culinary garden located just outside the kitchen and explored the nutrition-enhancing processes of sprouting and fermentation.

Young chefs observe the sprouting process.

Action Packed Fun at Live Oak Summer School


Hosted at Del Mar, the Live Oak summer school session in June welcomed children from all of the district's elementary schools. Nourishing Generations proudly offered our curriculum 2 days a week-- serving 50 children. The session was capped off in July with a district-wide farmers' market and fitness festival.

Whipping Real Cream

Watch the video of children gleefully whipping cream to top their summer fruit crisp. (see recipe below)

Burning off the Calories!

NG Fitness instructor Maria coaches the kids through an obstacle course relay race at Del Mar celebrating the last day of summer school.
 


Summer Fruit Crisp


Light, simple, nutritious and delicious! Shown here with nectarines, this lovely summer dessert is also terrific with cherries, berries, or a mix of seasonal fruits.
Recipe
 

Save the Date

Plant Sale: Saturday, September 19th

What: Succulent & Cacti Benefit Sale

When: Sat, Sept 19th,10-2:00

Where: 416 Cleveland Ave, Santa Cruz
  • Glorious Fall Colors
  • Plants that even YOU can keep alive! 🌵❤️
  • All proceeds go to support the programs of Nourishing Generations

San Pedro & Cereus Peruviana cacti will be featured at the September 19th benefit.

 

Summer Vibrance for Seniors at St. Stephen's


Summer Vegetables reign at the immensely popular nutrition program at St Steven's. Classes highlight eating with the seasons, with fresh fruits and vegetables at the center.

White Bean Dip offers an abundance of protein and fiber.

Salads featuring radishes, cucumbers, mixed greens and avocado.

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Our success depends on YOU! We need your support to continue delivering top-quality nutrition and culinary education to vulnerable members of Santa Cruz County community: children, seniors, women with cancer, and foster youth. Click below to make a donation to Nourishing Generations today. The team thanks you from the bottom of our hearts! ❤️


Checks may be mailed to:

Nourishing Generations P.O. Box 95, Felton, CA 95018
Support Nutrition and Culinary Education in Santa Cruz County

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