Nutritional Development Services Connects

Nutritional Development Services accomplishes its mission of feeding children and those in need by connecting resources with those in need of resources. In the case of Meals for Children, NDS connects federally-funded programs with area schools, child care centers, shelters and community-based centers. It is our tax dollars at work in service to children! With the Community Food Program, NDS connects the generous donations of individuals, schools and parishes with local food cupboards, soup kitchens and outreach teams.
  • What is NDS?
    Nutritional Development Services (NDS) is an agency of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia within the Secretariat for Catholic Human Services.
  • Child Nutrition Programs
    The NDS School Lunch Program provides free or low cost meals to children and students in the Philadelphia region.
  • Community Food Program
    The NDS Community Food Program helps people who are in need of food throughout the city and surrounding counties. People of all faiths and ethnicities depend on us for assistance.