Specialized Nutrition for Your Child via Step Up Scholarship

Foodtrition Life is an approved provider. Use your FES-UA funds to pay for our specialized nutrition services for children with autism, ADHD, and more.

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What is the Step Up Scholarship?

The Family Empowerment Scholarship (FES) is a Florida state scholarship program that allows families to access funds for additional educational services. Step Up for Students administers these scholarships.

FES-UA

For students with unique abilities (autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, rare diseases). Children ages 3 to 22 with required diagnosis.

FES-EO

For low and middle-income families. Covers transportation to preferred public schools or help with educational materials.

In 2021, more than 74,000 students participated in the program. About 50% of families in Florida qualified according to current income guidelines.

Who Qualifies?

The FES-UA program is open to students between 3 and 22 years old with a qualifying disability. An official diagnosis is required.

Qualifying conditions include:

Autism
ADHD (Attention deficit and hyperactivity)
Learning disabilities (dyslexia, language difficulty)
Rare diseases
High-risk, convalescent, or hospitalized students

Not sure if your child qualifies?

When in doubt, you can always apply. Many families discover that their children qualify when it wasn't their initial expectation.

Scholarship Benefits

Significant amounts

Typical amounts cover most or all of the services. Families receive a block amount that they can use according to their child's needs.

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Automatic renewal

You don't need to re-apply each year. Eligibility is verified annually and renewals are sent directly to the school or provider.

Already have your scholarship approved?

Find Foodtrition Life as a provider in the Step Up EMA portal and schedule your first consultation with us.

How to Use Your Scholarship with Us?

Apply to Step Up

Apply for your scholarship directly at Step Up for Students. Complete the application form with your child's information.

Once approved

You will receive eligibility confirmation. Funds are deposited into your ESA account or assigned directly to the provider.

Find Foodtrition Life in the EMA portal

Find Foodtrition Life as a provider in the Step Up portal. We bill directly to the program.

Schedule your first consultation

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does my child need a specific diagnosis? +

Yes, an official diagnosis from a doctor or psychologist is required. Qualifying conditions include autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, rare diseases, and more.

How much does the scholarship cover? +

Amounts vary based on the student's profile. Many families receive enough to cover 100% of services. Step Up has a detailed fee schedule based on the student's level.

Do I have to pay anything additional? +

Generally no. If the cost of services exceeds the program amount, we will inform you before proceeding. Otherwise, the scholarship covers directly.

What services can I pay for with the scholarship? +

FES-UA scholarship funds can be used for a variety of educational services, including specialized nutrition consultations, therapy programs, and more. We bill directly to Step Up.

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