Our food systems should not only feed us, but nurture our communities, the land, and the people working in them.

Corporations and capitalist consolidation has replaced meaningful tradition with extraction, abuse, and power-over dynamics.

We are changing this.

To have the greatest impact, we use a strategic market approach. In most local or regional food systems, colleges and universities spend the most money on food. The millions spent influence the supply chain, the values of decision makers, and impact producers.

Growers, campus staff, food justice activists have all said how important college students are to change.

Real Food Challenge is made up of people like you researching, connecting, visioning, planning, and putting your values into action.

We need you! The future of your food system needs you! Take the first step

  • "RFC creates a space where passionate student voices learn, organize, and push for change together. Being a part of such a supportive team that holds inclusive and just values at its core is why I work with RFC."

    Belle R.

  • "It's been nothing but insightful and inspiring to see all these wonderful people come together and do their part to spread awareness and bring about change to the food industry, while also supporting sustainable food options."

    Samantha A-Q

  • "Being involved with RFC has illustrated to me how student-led activism and motivation can be transformed into institutional change."

    Aisha S.

Students Drive Change!

There are many ways to get involved, ranging in time and topic. If our mission to change campus food systems resonates with you, we are here to empower you to participate!

Get Involved Today!
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“Through (the Real Food Challenge student gathering), we were inspired to develop concrete steps to mobilize the UCSD community around sustainable food practices. Our vision for the future is clear: a campus where all produce is grown locally, students and community members are actively involved in shaping food policies, and UCSD becomes a leader in sustainable food procurement. This trip not only strengthened our resolve but also equipped us with the tools and knowledge to continue driving change.”

— UC San Diego Students