Old habits die hard.
That is why Food from the Heart’s Clean Plate Campaign first started in Primary Schools in 2013, to start instilling mindfulness of food waste in students from young. The campaign now reaches out to children as young as 4 years old by partnering with preschools like PCF Sparkletots and Carpe Diem Mi.
Since its introduction in 2013, the Clean Plate Campaign has seen an exponential increase in participation: From five schools to 67 schools (a combination of preschools and primary schools) in 2024, alongside growing awareness of sustainability issues, we are committed to reduce food wastage in Singapore. With the help of teachers and student ambassadors, over 155,000 clean plates were counted across our partnering schools.
Total Clean Plates Counted
Why is food precious?
What is the food waste landscape like in Singapore? What do we achieve by being mindful of food waste?
Most of us know that wasting food is bad, but for some, the link between the food we order today and its impact on the environment is unclear.
The key to successfully instilling mindful food consumption habits begins with giving a good ‘why’. By providing facts and context, the Clean Plate Campaign strives to help students better understand the importance of reducing food waste. This is done through talks, videos and other classroom materials.
To reinforce the message of mindful eating and avoiding food waste, the Clean Plate Campaign challenges students to finish their food.
In preschools and primary schools, students are encouraged to show Clean Plate ambassadors that they have finished their food. In higher institutions, students pledge to finish their food.
Enquire how to raise funds as a school/school group to feed the less fortunate through the Clean Plate Campaign.
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