Nestlé and Wellspring Team Up to Launch “Nestlé for Healthier Kids” E-Learning Platform, Targeting 70,000 Children with Nutrition Education
Nestlé Egypt and Wellspring Egypt Join Forces to Launch ‘Nestlé for Healthier Kids’ E-Learning Platform, Aiming to Educate 70,000 Children aged 6–12 years on Healthy Nutrition
Nestlé Egypt announced the expansion of its flagship program, “Nestlé for Healthier Kids”, through the launch of its dedicated e-learning platform, in collaboration with Wellspring Egypt. The announcement was made during a special event held at one of Wellspring’s summer camps in the North Coast. The initiative is designed to raise awareness on healthy eating and active living among primary school students, reaffirming Nestlé’s ongoing commitment to supporting the health of future generations through comprehensive, educational, and interactive initiatives.
Responding to the growing need improve health and nutrition awareness in Egyptian society, “Nestlé for Healthier Kids” is the first evidence-based nutrition education program of its kind. It aims to instill the importance of healthy eating habits among children aged 6–12 years, while encouraging regular physical activity and adopting healthier lifestyles.
“Nestlé for Healthier Kids program represents a strategic milestone within our sustainable efforts to promote public health and build generations that understand the value of proper nutrition,” remarked Tarek Kamel, Chairman and Managing Director of Nestlé Egypt. “The launch of the program’s e-learning platform reflects our commitment to adopting modern communication channels to reach as many primary school students as possible across Egypt’s governorates. Our partnership with Wellspring highlights our confidence in their expertise in designing and delivering interactive educational and recreational activities for young generations. Together, we have achieved impactful projects, and the positive engagement from students and parents encourages us to continue scaling the program to create a lasting impact on our generations to come.”
The e-learning platform of “Nestlé for Healthier Kids” program focuses on educating primary school students about the benefits of a balanced and varied diet, the nutritional value of different food groups based on the food pyramid, the importance of staying hydrated, and the need to integrate physical activity into their daily routines.
Magid Fawzy, CEO of Wellspring Egypt, added, “We are thrilled to partner with a leading company like Nestlé Egypt. This collaboration brings real value, and our joint work in previous projects has produced tangible success. For example, in Manshiyet Nasser, we not only educated children but also discovered talents and champions who continue to thrive today. Now, we are excited to be in the North Coast, reaching students from public schools, international schools, and residential communities, delivering the message of “Nestlé for Healthier kids “program. This partnership reflects our shared vision of empowering the next generation to live healthy lives and excel in every aspect of their future. We are confident that together we can make a real and measurable difference in children’s lives across Egypt.”
Through this partnership, the program will be implemented both on the ground through interactive activities, as well as digitally via the e-learning platform, reaching students across several Egyptian governorates through summer and school camps managed by Wellspring. Activities kick off in August 2025, with an ambitious target of reaching 70,000 students by July 2026. Since its global launch in 2010, “Nestlé for Healthier Kids” program has reached more than one million students in Egypt alone, making it one of the most impactful international programs in the field of children’s nutrition education.
About Nestlé Egypt
Nestlé Egypt is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nestlé S.A., headquartered in Switzerland, the world’s largest nutrition company. Nestlé products have been available in Egypt since 1870, and the company began local operations in 1900. Over its long-standing presence in the country, Nestlé has grown its business and now provides more than 10,000 direct and indirect jobs across three factories, delivering high-quality Egyptian products with Swiss standards. Creating shared value is a core pillar of Nestlé’s strategy, which has led to numerous partnerships with local and international organizations and government entities, including the Ministries of Education and Social Solidarity.
About Wellspring
Wellspring is a leading Egyptian social enterprise that has been driving holistic community development for over 15 years through education, positive role modeling, and interactive activities. Its mission is to empower new generations with essential skills for personal growth and positive societal impact, in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Wellspring has touched millions of lives through diverse initiatives, including community development projects, employment support programs, capacity-building activities, educational camps, and international programs in countries such as Poland, Italy, and the United States. The organization’s commitment to lifelong learning and positive transformation is reflected in the measurable outcomes achieved by participants in its programs.
