- WHAT? FREE food and fun all summer long
- WHO? Kids and teens 18 and under
- WHERE? At a location near you!
The Summer Food Service Program is a federal nutrition program that local non-profits and schools use to make sure kids in their communities don't go hungry during the summer.
At almost all sites, there is no application necessary and any child 18 or younger can simply come during meal times to receive a meal. However, we do suggest that you give them a call first to let the site know that your child may be coming during meal time. Some sites ask that an adult or responsible teen accompany children during the meal time because they don't have staff to handle extra children that may not be a part of their regular activity program.
Summer Food Service Program sites serve nutritionally balanced meals that meet USDA guidelines. All lunches include:
- 1 serving of milk
- 2 servings of fruits and/or vegetables
- 1 serving of grains
- 1 serving of protein
More information for parents is available HERE.
There are several sites particiipating in our area. Please SEARCH HERE to confirm site participation and hours.
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This year, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is modernizing access by allowing families to locate nearby meal sites through multiple platforms:
- Dial 2-1-1
- Text “FoodFL” to 877-877
- Download the “Nutrislice” smartphone app
- Visit http://www.summerfoodflorida.org/
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