SNA Annual National Conference (ANC) 2026
Organized by School Nutrition Association
Known as the School Nutrition Event of the Year, the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference (ANC) unites thousands of school nutrition program operator...
- Dates
- Jul 12-14, 2026
- Location
- Charlotte, NC
- Deadline
- Jun 5, 2026
- Attendees
- 7,000
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About this conference
Known as the School Nutrition Event of the Year, the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference (ANC) unites thousands of school nutrition program operators, industry partners, and allied organizations for an unparalleled educational and networking experience every July. ANC is the largest and most vibrant gathering of K-12 school nutrition professionals in the country, bringing together school nutrition operators, directors, managers, state agency staff, and industry partners for four energizing days of learning, networking, and discovery. The conference delivers tools, ideas, and inspiration to elevate school meal programs and support student success, focusing on professional and personal growth to connect with peers, explore solutions, and celebrate the power of school meals in shaping healthy futures. It features cutting-edge education sessions, expert-led keynotes, and the nation’s largest exhibit floor dedicated to K-12 foodservice.
Sponsorship options
Various sponsorship opportunities are available across Platinum ($50,000+), Gold ($25,000+), Silver ($15,000+), Bronze ($5,000+), and Copper (Below $5,000) levels. These include exclusive packages for onsite banners, relax & recharge lounges ($15,000), new product showcases ($700-$1,850), opening events, webinar series ($12,000), water coolers ($5,500), mobile app ($15,000), SNF Match Card Game ($2,500), State Agency Lounge ($5,000), Star Club Breakfast ($30,000), General Sessions ($25,000), Major City & District Directors' Lounge ($25,000), Surprise & Delight events ($4,500), District Directors/Supervisor Section Meetings ($5,000), Photo Booths ($7,500), First-Timers Lounge ($5,000), Coloring Walls ($7,000), Exhibitor Map Structures ($5,000), Conference Wi-Fi ($16,000), Culinary Demonstrations ($4,000), Hotel Room Drops ($5,000), Directors' Digital All-Access Pass ($3,000), Shuttle Buses ($10,000), Conference Tote Bag Premium ($3,500), Conference Keycards ($20,000), Badge Lanyards ($23,000), and Gem Club memberships ($750-$2,500). Sponsorships are only available to contracted exhibitors.
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