Liz Yee

The latest blog from @RockefellerFdn shares a simple truth: local foods = healthier people, flourishing communities, and booming economies. Localized Food is Medicine initiatives have the potential to change lives. See how: rockefellerfound.link/4mcMBDB

We have to remember: in a global food system, everyone has something at stake. Using 21st-century tools, we can prevent the next food crisis. africa.time.com/africa/future-…

Food is Medicine isn’t just good health policy—it’s smart economic policy. My latest LI article explains how: linkedin.com/pulse/food-med…

Expanding #FoodisMedicine to the 33 million Americans who could benefit most could also generate $45 billion in local economic activity. It’s time for policymakers to lean in.

On #InternationalSchoolMealsDay, a reminder: We don’t have to choose between what’s effective and what’s practical. Our solutions to today’s food challenges can be both. More on our work to build a food system fit for the future: rockefellerfound.link/4sekciK

From @RockefellerFdn’s newest report: Local #FoodisMedicine programs could unlock $5.6B in new revenue for family farms across the United States. More in the report: rockefellerfound.link/4da9NzK

Join a legacy of 5,000+ changemakers united by a shared belief: Together, we have the power to change our world. Submit an expression of interest for our 2027 Bellagio Center Residency Class: rockefellerfound.link/4b1ELri

All smiles for Food is Medicine, and it’s pretty clear why: ✅Improved health outcomes ✅Lower healthcare spending ✅Stronger local economies ✅Sustainable agriculture

At the Munich Security Conference last week, @rajivshah reminded us that by leaning in with humility and a commitment to data-driven impact, we can build a world where food and climate are no longer risks to be managed, but tools used to thrive. #BuildtheFuture

We’ve teamed up with @EnergyAlliance to launch the Grids of the Future Accelerator: an innovative public-private-philanthropic collaboration to modernize India’s power grid and strengthen electricity delivery countrywide. Learn more: rockefellerfound.link/4kHR0xv

The @RockefellerFdn is helping treat diet-related illnesses for 2,000 Veterans across five states. Read more about the new program we’re piloting to support Veterans with access to healthy foods and nutrition support in @Washintonian: rockefellerfound.link/4tukAur

U.S. Big Bets Fellow Dion Dawson launched @DChicagoDream because he understands that improving health starts with showing people they matter. To advance #FoodisMedicine, @DChicagoDream is delivering fresh produce to households across 170 zip codes. rockefellerfound.link/3M2V2Up

Only half of primary school students worldwide can count on a regular nutritious meal at school. Last week in Berlin, we launched the School Meals Accelerator to help change that and reach an additional 100 million kids by 2030. More about the launch: rockefellerfound.link/49r1k9g

Robai’s story is one we can bring to millions of children around the world through school meals. From being so hungry she would get headaches in class, to being able to excel and believe in her dreams, this is the power of school meals. See why:

Eating a meal at school means kids can fill their minds instead of worrying about filling their bellies. That's why we're launching the School Meals Accelerator with @BMZ_Bund, @novonordiskfond, and @WFP @SchoolMeals_ to reach 100M more children with nutritious meals by 2030. School meals = better education + stronger communities + resilient food systems. rockefellerfound.link/4pTcetq

Today, @RockefellerFdn along with our partners at @WFP @SchoolMeals_ @BMZ_Bund and @novonordiskfond, launched the School Meals Accelerator to help countries feed an additional 100M children by 2030. More here: rockefellerfound.link/49r1k9g (Photothek/Dominik Butzmann)

Public schools in Brazil are required to source at least 30% of their food for school meals from local family farmers. The result? Better environmental outcomes, stronger economies, and of course—healthier diets for kids. More in @ContextNewsroom: rockefellerfound.link/3MvVpXb

Access to healthy food shouldn’t stand between veterans and good health. That’s why @RockefellerFdn is investing in #FoodIsMedicine to help veterans manage chronic conditions and live healthier lives. One partner in Salt Lake City is showing what’s possible.

As the year comes to a close, I want to thank our grantees around the world. You are leaders who turn bold ideas into real progress in health, energy, food, and climate resilience. Your work makes lasting change possible.

Applications are open for the @RockefellerFdn's 2026 U.S. Big Bets Fellowship. If you’re working on bold solutions to expand economic opportunity and strengthen communities, this program is for you. Learn more + apply: rockefellerfound.link/4pAoiQN