Avocados From Mexico and Brighter Bites announced their renewed partnership to bring avocados and nutrition education materials about them to thousands of Brighter Bites families living in underserved communities in Texas, New York, Maryland and Florida.

Beginning in February, AFM is sponsoring fresh deliveries of avocados and nutrition education materials to schools across the nation, supporting more than 18,000 families who participate in Brighter Bites, a nonprofit that provides fresh produce tofamilies and teachers in underserved communities, teaches them how to use it, and tracks their dietary behavior change.

“We are excited to partner with Brighter Bites again this year, providing healthy fruits and vegetables to students across the country for the third consecutive year,” said Alvaro Luque, Avocados From Mexico chief executive officer and president. “We understand the challenges many families face to get proper nutrition, which is why our AFM employees are grateful for the chance to actively participate in making a difference, especially in our local community.”

“Brighter Bites is thrilled to partner again with AFM and the incredible opportunities the relationship provides,” said Brighter Bites CEO Rich Dachman. “Together, we’re able to deliver this delicious, nutrient-dense superfood into the hands of the thousands of families we serve in the U.S.”

The partnership with Brighter Bites is part of the AFM Life company platform that values the heart and care that is committed to preserving the wellbeing of its employees, their families, and the greater, neighboring community. Demonstrating these values, AFM employees are dedicated to getting fresh fruits and vegetables to families in need, providing materials about healthy eating and encouraging kids to realize how much they can enjoy fruits and vegetables.

“Partnering with Brighter Bites allows AFM to fulfill our commitment to doing good, spreading health and wellness in the community, and educating our neighbors on the great benefits of the delicious, always-in-season avocado,” said Stephanie Bazan, vice president of trade and promotion for Avocados From Mexico. “Education is a key pillar for us so we’re excited about the development of our co-branded nutrition education materials for families, offering tips on ripening and healthy recipes the whole family can enjoy along with the donated avocados.”