Children in the first grade at a primary school in Mexico, where Fair Trade Community Development Funds were used to install air conditioning units in the classrooms.

Pack a Lunch that Gives Back

Back-to-school season is here, bringing the daily routine of packing lunches, choosing healthy snacks, and keeping kids fueled throughout the school day.

Choosing Fair Trade Certified™ snacks is an easy way to make everyday lunches more meaningful. Every purchase helps farmers and workers earn additional Community Development Funds that they invest in priorities they choose, including education, healthcare, improved working conditions, and community projects.

The best part? Many Fair Trade Certified favorites are already lunchbox-ready. From fresh fruit and vegetables to chocolate treats and wholesome snacks, it’s easy to fill lunchboxes with foods kids love while supporting the people who grow and make them.

Whether you’re packing lunch every morning or stocking the pantry for after-school snacks, these Fair Trade Certified products make every bite count.

Fair Trade Certified Lunchbox-ready favorites

oyuchi - Women's Isla Organic Cotton Long Sleeve Pajama Set

LÄRABAR

Larabar Minis Chocolate Bars Variety Pack 

Lake Champlain Mother's Day Chocolate Basket

UNREAL

Unreal Dark Chocolate Coconut Bars

Alter Eco

Dark Chocolate Truffles

Badger – Coconut After Sun Balm

NatureSweet

Cherubs Grape Tomatoes

SOL SIMPLE

Dried Chili Mango

Pact - Cool Stretch Lounge

Dole

Bananas

Driscoll’s

Strawberries

elf lip kit

BLK & Bold

A bonus for parents: Fair Trade Certified Rise & GRND Medium Roast Coffee from BLK & Bold helps fuel busy school mornings.

Small choices, lasting impact

By looking for the Fair Trade Certified label as you shop for back to school, you’re helping support farmers and workers around the world while bringing high-quality foods to your family’s table. Whether you’re packing lunches, planning after-school snacks, or stocking the pantry, every certified purchase helps create stronger communities and brighter futures.

Explore more Fair Trade Certified products and find your next lunchbox favorite by looking for the Fair Trade Certified label wherever you shop.

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