The World Food Prize Foundation's mission is to elevate innovations and inspire action to sustainably increase the quality, quantity and availability of food for all. 

The Foundation supports this mission through programs:

• Recognizing and rewarding individuals making exceptional achievements in addressing food security;

• Convening global leaders in Des Moines each year to address the latest issues and innovations in food and agriculture;

• Inspiring and recognizing exceptional students in Iowa, in the U.S. and around the world by providing educational and professional experiences on pressing food security and agriculture issues; and

• Addressing Iowa's challenges and successes in fighting hunger and poverty through the Iowa Hunger Summit and Directory.