Where It All Began
Back in the 1980s, JoEllen Miner — better known to us as Auntie Josie and a true food service director extraordinaire — suggested to our family a simple but brilliant idea: create fun, engaging nutrition education stickers to encourage kids to choose school lunch and increase participation.
That spark of an idea became Mission Nutrition — and it took off immediately! On the very first day of using stickers in one of her schools, participation jumped an incredible 25%.
JoEllen wasn’t just family (she was the sister-in-law of founder Jon Miner), she was also the Food Service Director for Minneapolis Public Schools and later went on to serve as President of the School Nutrition Association.
So yes — Mission Nutrition isn’t just a business story… it’s a true family story with a whole lot of heart.
Growing With Sustainability in Mind
Sustainability continues to shape how Mission Nutrition grows.
From compostable and responsibly sourced packaging options to waste reduction,
solar-powered manufacturing and efficient production practices, we’re committed to finding smarter
ways to serve schools while reducing our environmental impact.
Bring Your School's Ideas to Life
We can equip your school district with everything from engaging promotional materials that boost participation to sustainable, reliable meal packaging for smooth food service processing. At Mission Nutrition, we focus on quality and fun, and we can help you make every breakfast and lunch a positive experience for your students.
Mission Nutrition FAQs
Can we customize the promotional items or packaging with our school's logo or colors?
Can we customize the promotional items or packaging with our school's logo or colors?
Absolutely. We customize promotional items and packaging with your school or organization's logo, colors, and branding, working closely with you to create the perfect design.
Do you have minimum order quantities (MOQs), and are volume discounts available for district-wide purchases?
Do you have minimum order quantities (MOQs), and are volume discounts available for district-wide purchases?
We do not have minimum order quantities (MOQs). Plus, we offer free shipping on orders of four or more pallets.
Do you accept purchase orders (POs), and how can I submit one for my school or organization?
Do you accept purchase orders (POs), and how can I submit one for my school or organization?
Absolutely! Simply submit your purchase order through our website or email it to order@mission-nutrition.com, and we’ll handle everything for you.
If our organization is tax-exempt, how do we submit our tax-exempt certificate?
If our organization is tax-exempt, how do we submit our tax-exempt certificate?
Simply upload your tax-exempt certificate on our website or email it to info@mission-nutrition.com, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Do you work with formal bid processes, and/or can you provide sole source letters if required for procurement?
Do you work with formal bid processes, and/or can you provide sole source letters if required for procurement?
We’re happy to work with your district’s procurement process. Please check with your purchasing department to see if we are an approved vendor. If not, email us at info@mission-nutrition.com, to request the approval process or the sole source letter.
How long do the promotional items (like pencils, bookmarks, or scented items) typically stay in stock, and how far in advance should we order for large events like NSLW?
How long do the promotional items (like pencils, bookmarks, or scented items) typically stay in stock, and how far in advance should we order for large events like NSLW?
Our promotional items are very popular and can sell out quickly! We recommend placing large orders, such as for NSLW, at least 4–6 weeks in advance to ensure availability.