Ah, the memories of summer vacation as a child: endless days, melting ice cream, and laughter-filled pool parties with friends. However, for many families, this transition signals more than just the end of classes and homework. It marks the shift away from the routine access to school meals, leaving them facing the challenge of ensuring their children have enough to eat during the summer months.
At No Kid Hungry, we’re dedicated to bridging this gap and ensuring that every child has access to the nutritious meals they deserve during the summer months. We’ve established a texting line and Meal Finder Map, empowering families to locate free meals in their communities during summer time.
But our efforts don’t stop there. We’re committed to driving policy change to address the root causes of summer hunger. In December 2022, Congress approved crucial changes to make it easier for families in rural areas to access meals. Now, organizations implementing non-congregate feeding models have the flexibility to allow families to take meals home, removing transportation barriers and accommodating busy schedules. This year, we’re proud to continue our support by providing grants to community organizations and schools operating the Summer Food Service Program in rural communities. Through these grants, we equip them with the resources needed to implement non-congregate feeding models and help ensure that children have access to meals throughout the summer.
Our wins show just how strong we are when we work together! With your continued help, No Kid Hungry Florida is staying true to our goal of making sure every kid in our state can grow, learn, and shine – no matter the time of year. Let’s team up to create a world where every child goes to bed with a full tummy and a happy heart. Join us as we fight summer hunger!
