12 Days of Giving
For the 12 Days of Giving, we are giving to Families ...
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Get ready for a dozen days of joy and generosity with Smart Bellies! Join us in helping families receive nourishing Holiday Boxes packed with festive meals. Your gift is more than just meals and it doesn't just fill plates —it powers moments of cheer and fills hearts and homes with the warmth of the holidays! Thank you for spreading joy and ensuring bellies are full!
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All items purchased will be included in this year's Holiday Boxes to make the holidays special for Smart Bellies Families!
Iron is so important to the development of children. Studies show almost 40% of young girls are iron deficient. Smart Bellies wants to make sure to provide iron rich food for our families!
Veggie broth will be included in the Holiday Box to be used in a recipe to make Pazole! A traditional holiday food in some parts of Mexico. 78% of Smart Bellies families identify as being Latino/Mexican.
Hominy is another ingredient in the Pazole recipe that will be included in this year's Holiday Box! Smart Bellies strives to include foods that are traditional and festive to our families.
Donate Avocados
Avocados provide a substantial amount of monounsaturated fatty acids and are rich in many vitamins and minerals. Delicious and nutritious!
Donate Chili Powder
This festive ingredient can be used in the Pazole recipe as well as many other dishes our families love to make!
Donate Cilantro
Pazole is not complete without some garnish and cilantro is the perfect topping for this delicious, traditional dish!
Donate Peppers
Bell peppers are a perfect addition to any diet, and they are especially rich in vitamin C! Smart Bellies is committed to providing a variety of foods for our families to enjoy!
Donate Rice
Rice is one of the staple ingredients Smart Bellies families share in our survey that they love receiving and their family loves enjoying!
Donate Beans
Beans paired with rice form a complete protein! Smart Bellies focuses on making sure families are receiving nutrient dense foods!
Donate Onions
Onions are versatile and allow families to add texture and flavor to many dishes! They also provide lots of nutritional benefits.
Donate Cookies
Smart Bellies not only focuses on nutrition but also on the joy of food! We try to include special treats for our families to enjoy during the Holidays!
Donate Clementines
Clementines are a cheerful and beneficial snack choice! Smart Bellies loves ensuring there are kid-friendly options every week!
