Communities throughout the Bay Area have started free summer meal programs for children, serving meals on weekdays throughout the summer at summer-school and community sites. All children 18 years old and younger are eligible, regardless of their families’ income.
NOTE: Because of funding cuts, many school districts and community organizations that have previously served summer meals have curtailed or eliminated summer meal service this year. Families are encouraged to call 2-1-1 to obtain the most up-to-date information about meal locations, serving times and dates. 2-1-1 can also provide referrals to food pantries and other resources if there is no summer-meal program nearby.
Meals are served at schools and community sites in many Bay Area school districts, including Antioch, Calistoga, Concord, Fairfield, Richmond, San Francisco, San Pablo and San Rafael, just to name a few. Most meal sites are located at or near schools that have 50% or more students eligible for free or reduced-price lunches.
Residents who can’t dial 2-1-1 should call 800-273-6222.
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