ASFSA has been advancing the availability, quality and acceptance of school nutrition programs as an integral part of education since 1946. The Association strives to see that all children have access to healthful school meals and nutrition education. The primary activities of the association are:
Providing education and training
Setting standards through certification and credentialing
Gathering and transmitting regulatory, legislative, industry, nutritional and other types of information related to school nutrition
Representing the nutritional interests of all children