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Mission-Driven Cafe: When Doing the Wrong Thing is the Right Thing To Do

American Alliance of Museums Blog
April 1, 2019

If your primary goal is to have a food operation that contributes to your bottom line, hiring a contract food-service company is the right thing to do. But what if your vision for your café goes beyond seeing it as a profit center? Marilee Jennings, the executive director of Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose, ultimately wanted the cafe to align with the museum's mission. With the encouragement and support of her board, she embarked on a journey of change. Learn More

General Museum, Health Promotion

Museum Ditches Sodas, French Fries, and Hot Dogs

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
June 1, 2016

The beautifully transformed cafe, FoodShed, is now aligned with the museum's strategic commitment, Childhood Obesity Prevention, and healthy eating and active living goals. Learn More

Early Childhood Development, Health Promotion

Kaiser Supports Museum’s Obesity Prevention Initiative

Silicon Valley/San Jose Chamber of Commerce
November 1, 2011

Kaiser Permanente, a longtime partner, continues to support the museum's Obesity Prevention initiative with funding for programs that improve nutrition and fight childhood obesity. Learn More

Early Childhood Development, Health Promotion