ABOUT
OUR HISTORY
Happy Bellies Matters INC (HBM) has been established as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the state of Florida. Happy Bellies Matter (HBM) is a Florida not for-profit organization committed to provide whole foods meals to students who attend Sarasota County Schools. Our charitable mission is to create meal programs that provide proper nutrition with fresh, organic whole foods to enhance students grades, mental health and overall performance.Inherent in our charitable mission is educating students and sharing the benefits of whole foods and overall general wellbeing when eating a well balanced meal.
OUR VISION
Our Vision
• Empowered Families: Children and mothers will gain the knowledge and confidence to choose and enjoy healthy whole foods that boost their energy and well-being.
• Accessible Nourishment: Every child will have reliable access to fresh, wholesome foods through our community pantry and scheduled pickup days.
• Joyful Food Education: Children will build a positive, lifelong relationship with food, understanding how it connects to their feelings and energy.
• Thriving Communities: We will create supportive neighborhoods where healthy eating becomes easy, joyful, and sustainable for generations.
OUR MISSION
Happy Bellies empowers children and mothers with joyful education about whole foods, teaching them how nourishing choices fuel energy, health, and well-being—so every child can thrive from the inside out