Aimee Bock Sentenced to Over 40 Years for $250 Million Feeding Our Future Fraud

Aimee Bock, the former executive director of Feeding Our Future, was sentenced to 41.5 years in prison on Thursday for orchestrating a $250 million fraud scheme involving federal child nutrition funds.

In addition to the prison term, Bock was ordered to repay nearly $243 million to the federal government.

A jury convicted Bock in March 2025 on multiple counts, including wire fraud, bribery, and conspiracy. Prosecutors identified her as the mastermind behind the scheme, which diverted funds intended to feed children during the COVID-19 pandemic.

During sentencing, Judge Nancy Brasel criticized Bock for her dishonesty in court and described her as being at the "epicenter" of the fraud.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Rebeca Kline stated, "Aimee Bock didn't participate in fraud, she orchestrated it, profited on it."

Bock addressed the court, saying, "I don't have the words to express just how horrible I feel. I know I'm responsible. It's never been my goal to shift responsibility. I understand I failed to protect the program I was supposed to protect."

Her attorney, Kenneth Udoibok, argued that the crime was "a case of gross negligence," asserting that Bock believed she was providing opportunities for others to participate in the program.

Prosecutors had sought a 50-year sentence, emphasizing the significant damage caused by the scandal.

The case has led to charges against nearly 80 individuals, with over 60 already convicted or having pleaded guilty.

Authorities continue to investigate related fraud cases, including recent allegations involving $90 million in Medicaid scams across Minnesota.