{"id":11746,"date":"2020-08-19T13:25:22","date_gmt":"2020-08-19T13:25:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/state.nokidhungry.org\/virginia\/?p=11746"},"modified":"2020-08-19T13:25:22","modified_gmt":"2020-08-19T13:25:22","slug":"free-and-reduced-price-meal-campaign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/state.nokidhungry.org\/virginia\/2020\/08\/19\/free-and-reduced-price-meal-campaign\/","title":{"rendered":"Free and Reduced-Price Meal Campaign"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, 14 million children across the country are struggling with hunger. Whether they\u2019re learning in the classroom or in their homes, these children will need the healthy food provided by school meals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While millions of students qualify for free and reduced-price meals, too many aren\u2019t enrolled. This year, the crisis is even more severe than usual; many families are newly eligible and may not know they qualify for these meals. Many do not know how to apply. Many face an English-language barrier.\u00a0 Many school systems rely on outdated application processes that can make it challenging to reach families, especially when schools are not open for in-person learning.<\/span><\/p>\n

The challenge now is to continue to make sure families in Virginia know these programs exist and how to apply for them. These tools can help you spread the word.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tools To Connect Families with Free and Reduced-Price School Meals\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

As trusted messengers, schools and community organizations are an important source of information for families. This kit provides information and outreach tools to help connect students and families in your community with the nutrition they need.<\/span> Please feel free to customize these assets with the local details and specifics that provide the right information to the parents and caretakers in your community.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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