Future Leaders Institute Charter School

FLI is proud to share in the success of our ongoing partnership with the New York Coalition for Healthy School Food. For the third year, students at FLI have more access to produce and healthier plant-based entries in the cafeteria thanks to the support of the Coalition and the SchoolFood staff. The NYCHSF worked with chefs from Candle 79 - New York's leading vegetarian restaurant - to create a unique menu of plant-based entrees for students to try and enjoy.

After last year's successful implementation of a new vegan menu twice a week, FLI is continuing to promote wellness for its students. The Coalition is the only New York State organization solely dedicated to improving school lunches. Its work spans the entire state, and is eagerly looking to grow over the next few years to include over 20 schools in its plant-based lunch program.


As a part of our healthy lifestyle initiative, FLI and the Coalition also co-host a Family Dinner Night each month at FLI. These events help bring the FLI community together to better understand the benefits of a plant-based diet and how parents can take the lessons home in practice.

FLI and the Coalition would like to give a special thanks to the following caterers who have already participated in Family Dinner Night:
- Strictly Roots
- RamaSushi
- Candle Café
- Uptown Juice Bar
- Franchia
- Aruyveda Café

Please contact Ginette Sano (gsano [at] futureleadersinstitute.org) for more information.