“I have the audacity to believe that people everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture for the minds and dignity, equality and freedom for their spirits.”

Martin Luther King, Jr.

One in six children in Colorado don’t have access to foods needed to thrive. Kids that miss out on proper nutrition during the summer are more likely to experience learning loss and develop long-term health consequences. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is about serving kids across the community free breakfast, lunch, snack, and supper all summer long when they do not have access to school lunch or breakfast. The SFSP provides free, nutritious meals to children 18 years of age and under at approved sites in areas with high concentrations of low-income children.

To find summer meal sites, visit kidsfoodfinder.org or text ‘Food’ or ‘Comida’ to 304-304.

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SVVSD Summer Programs

St. Vrain Valley Schools offers robust summer programming options to keep students engaged in their academic learning. Major summer programs are listed here. Many schools across the district offer various athletics, fine arts, and activities for students over the summer. Visit your school’s webpage or contact the main office for additional information.

Open all Summer Long…..

These sites will be open June 3rd- August 2nd*, Monday through Thursday. Outdoor dining is available.

*We are closed on Fridays, July 4th, and July 15th-18th.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are summer meals programs? Summer meals programs are funded by the USDA and designed to provide children and teens ages 18 and under with nutritious meals during the summer months when school is out of session.

What are the requirements for my child or teen to receive a meal? Do I have to fill out an application form? There is no application or registration required to receive a meal. You do not have to provide proof of income, residency, or citizenship. Just show up!

Do meals have to be eaten on-site?  Yes. Due to federal regulations, all meals must be consumed on-site. Children can take one fruit, vegetable, or grain item from their meal off-site to eat later.

Is there a cost? No. All summer meals offered through the USDA’s programs are free to all kids and teens ages 18 and under.

Can parents or guardians pick up meals on behalf of their kids?  No. Due to changes at the federal level, parents and caregivers can no longer pick up meals on behalf of their kids, and meals must be consumed on-site.

How do I find a summer meals site in my community? Text FOOD or COMIDA to 304-304 to find free meals near you, anywhere in the United Sates.

What kind of food is served at these sites? The meals served are nutritious and meet USDA guidelines. A typical lunch, for example, could include a turkey sandwich on wheat bread, milk, an apple, and a salad. Check our menus at participating sites.

Who funds free summer meals? Summer meals programs are federally funded by the USDA through the Summer Food Service Program and the National School Lunch Program Seamless Summer Option.

There is no site in my area. How can summer meals be offered in my community next summer? If there are no summer meals sites in your community, we can help. Email No Kid Hungry at [email protected].

What else can I do to help? You can share information about free summer meals on social media; with friends; family members and neighbors; and with any community groups or faith-based congregations that you belong to. Share the texting hotline (“Text FOOD or COMIDA to 304-304 to find free summer meals in our community”)