Free Summer Meals in Connecticut
A Message from Richard Porth President/CEO of United Way of Connecticut
During summer months, kids and teens under 18 across the state who qualified for free breakfast and lunch at school can utilize summer food programs in their area. The Summer Food Service Program offers meals and snacks at no cost to kids in Connecticut at sites throughout the state.
The program is funded by the USDA, and has a goal of ensuring that children can access nutritious meals and snacks during the summer. Many sites are operated at local schools, but not all schools serve as summer meal sites. Hours of operation and meals served vary by site.
To get more information and locate summer meal sites in your area, dial 2-1-1 or visit www.ctsummerfood.org/location-finder. Local summer meal sites can also be found by texting CTMeals to 877877.
Visit the 2-1-1 website for additional food resources, including information about food pantries, details about SNAP and WIC, soup kitchens and more.
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