Stargold’s Nutrition Foundation
Stargold’s Nutrition Foundation is a not-for-profit foundation* that serves families in Africa, specifically in Gabon. Our goal is to relieve poverty by operating a kitchen that prepares and distributes convenient yet nutrient-dense protein snacks to children. We are committed to creating a sustainable supply chain so that the community can become self-sustaining. We believe in engaging local farmers to grow high quality crops** indigenous to the country for the protein snacks we will produce and also in creating jobs for local men and women to prepare and deliver the protein snacks.
Our Mission
Our mission at Stargold’s Nutrition Foundation is to mobilize the power of people who want to make a difference in creating a better life for children living in poverty through nutrition and nutrition education.
Integrity
“We always act with integrity and in good faith.”
Advocacy
“We will speak up for injustices against other humans.”
Sustainability
“We will drive sustainability in all our work.”
Community
“We can only be successful by working together.”
Executive Summary
At the heart of our Foundation are dietitians and dietetics students who are dedicated to advancing nutritional knowledge and improving nutritional status. We have formulated a nutritious yet tasty protein snack recipe for our kitchen in Gabon!
We have also published four children’s books about the importance of nutrition and donated them to Gabonese schools. Books are available for purchase here. All proceeds will go to this foundation.
Our efforts are also directed to improve the ability of families in Africa, namely Gabon, to care for children and achieve goals of self-sufficiency. Our work is starting as a small and local investment that we hope will eventually grow to have a larger global impact.
CRA Charitable Number: 76553 7337 RR0001
Our Objectives
To set up a kitchen in Africa, specifically in Gabon, that will be managed and staffed by Gabonese people; they will cook and distribute nutritious protein snacks to vulnerable children
With the help of Canadian dietitians and chefs, to formulate nutritious yet tasty recipes for the protein snacks the Foundation will serve
To empower local farmers to grow indigenous crops (beans) required for our meals
To help parents and teachers to educate children on nutrition basics
To engage the support of volunteers who will be integral to carrying out our work
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stargold’s Nutrition Foundation?
Stargold’s Nutrition Foundation is a non-profit organization that serves families in Gabon, Africa. Our mission is to relieve poverty by providing nutrient-rich protein snacks to schoolchildren, while promoting sustainable food education and local agriculture
What are the Foundation’s main activities?
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Operate a nutrition kitchen in Gabon to prepare high-iron, protein-packed snacks for vulnerable children.
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Collaborate with Canadian dietitians and chefs to develop nutritious recipes.
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Source ingredients (like local beans) from Gabonese farmers to support fair and sustainable agriculture and create local jobs.
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Publish and donate children’s books teaching nutrition.
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Provide nutrition education to parents and teachers.
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Mobilize volunteers to support our programs
Who leads Stargold?
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Claudia Lemay, Registered Dietitian and author, is the founder and “Food Fairy.” She co-founded the foundation with Dr. Anne-Marie Antchouey from Gabon after discovering her deep bond with the country stargoldfoundation.org+1stargoldfoundation.org+1.
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The board includes roles like Director, RNs, Registered Dietitians, graphic designers, illustrators, and Gabon-based staff .
How is the Foundation funded?
We rely on:
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Donations (CRA Charitable Number 76553 7337 RR0001).
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Proceeds from our children’s books sold through Amazon in Canada and the U.S.
All book profits go directly to funding our nutrition programs