Founded in 1984, Share Our Strength is one of the leading private, nonprofit organizations that works to eradicate childhood hunger and poverty in the United States. Its Taste of the Nation is a culinary program that helps in eradicating childhood hunger in America through fundraising events. The program involves more than 4,000 of the nation s top restaurants in over 70 cities to serve original dishes paired with wines and spirits. Its Great American Bake Sale national campaign encourages all Americans to help end childhood hunger in America by hosting bake sales and other fundraisers in their neighborhoods, workplaces, schools and houses of worship. Additionally, it offers a nutrition education program that is recognized by the Department of Agriculture and helps families by teaching them how to prepare healthy, low-cost meals. Share Our Strength is located in Washington, D.C.