Summer Food Service Program

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) provides nutritious meals to preschool and school-age children from needy areas during extended vacation periods. Organizations which may sponsor the summer program are limited to: (1) public or private nonprofit school food authorities and residential summer camps; (2) state, local, municipal or county governmental entities; (3) private nonprofit organizations, subject to certain conditions; and (4) public or private nonprofit colleges or universities which are currently participating in the National Youth Sports Program and/or Upward Bound Program.

What’s New
Where to Find Meals
  • Visit the USDA sponsored Meals for Kids Site Finder
  • Summer Meals Text Service Number:  914-342-7744
  • Visit the Food Finder site to find schools serving meals and local food pantry locations
Resources
Summer Food Service Program Resources

Civil Rights for Child Nutrition Programs
Derechos Civiles para los Programas de Nutrición Infantil

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. 

Document
 
  • Mississippi Department of Education
    359 N. West St.
    P.O. Box 771
    Jackson, MS 39205-0771
    Educator Licensure: 601-359-3483
    General Information: 601-359-3513
    Copyright 2024-2025
 
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