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ActiveUSDA Food and Nutrition Service · 2026

Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)

Quick Facts

Agency: USDA Food and Nutrition Service
Funding: Varies
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: State agencies, local government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other entities capable of managing a food service program.

About This Grant

Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is sponsored by USDA Food and Nutrition Service. Provides federal funding to state agencies, including the Virginia Department of Education, to reimburse approved sponsors for serving free meals and snacks to children and teens in low-income areas during the summer months.

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# Summer Nutrition Programs | Food and Nutrition Administration A **. gov** website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. _You are now leaving the USDA Food and Nutrition Service website and entering a non-government or non-military external link or a third-party site.

_ As of June 1, 2026 the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is now officially the Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA). We are in the process of updating our website to reflect this change.

_ Food and Nutrition Administration U.S. Department of Agriculture_ * Nutrition Education & Food Safety * Meals for Schools and Childcare * Food Distribution & Emergency Assistance * Summer Nutrition Programs * Assistance for Older Adults * Farmers Market Programs * NAP Block Grants for Territories * Doing Business with FNA * Federal Register Notices * Contact FNA Press Office * Freedom of Information Act * USDA National Hunger Hotline [](https://www.

fns. usda. gov/summer) # Summer Nutrition Programs 3.

Summer Nutrition Programs More Summer Food Options for Kids USDA's summer nutrition programs give kids the nutrition they need in summer when school meals aren’t available so they can reach their full potential! * ### Summer Food Service Program Free meals and snacks are available to all kids 18 and under at schools, parks, and other eligible locations. No application needed.

Find meal sites in your community. Learn About SFSP * ### Summer EBT Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) program provides $120 in grocery benefits per eligible child in the summer. Find out if this program is available where you live and learn more.

Learn About S-EBT Families can use the Summer Meals for Kids Site Finder to find directions to nearby meal sites, as well as their hours of operation and contact information. Turnip the Beet! High-Quality Summer Meals Award Program The Turnip the Beet!

Awards recognize outstanding summer meal program sponsors across the nation who work hard to offer high quality meals that are appetizing, appealing, and nutritious to children during the summer months.

2023 Summer Non-Congregate Meal Service Sponsor Survey FNS-101: Summer Food Service Program Page updated: May 12, 2026 * Non-Discrimination Statements _ Food and Nutrition Administration U.S. Department of Agriculture_ USDA Food and Nutrition Service - Customer Experience Survey **Responses will be used to improve the FNS website. ** Participation is voluntary and all responses are confidential.

This survey will take around 3 minutes to complete. **If you need immediate help with food**, please call the hunger hotline at 1-866-348-6479. For help getting started with food assistance, contact your state or local agency.

**Do not include personally identifiable information (PII) when submitting this survey. ** Examples of PII include name, address, social security number, or phone number. A red asterisk (*) indicates a required field.

Thank you for your response! Your feedback will be used to improve the site and help us serve you better. I am satisfied with the service I received from this website.

* Today's web experience increased my trust in USDA's Food and Nutrition Service. * I was able to find the information I needed on this website. * The information on this website was easy to understand.

* It took a reasonable amount of time to complete what I needed to do on this website. * I understand the purpose of the information presented to me on this website. * Are there any other comments or feedback you'd like to leave about your web experience today?

DO NOT include PII in this text box, it is not secure. 1000 characters allowed Which of the following do you identify with? (Choose all that apply) - [x] Adult Care Provider - [x] Assistance Recipient - [x] Child Care Provider Where are you located?

(Zip Code) What is your highest level of education? According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, an agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a valid OMB control number. The valid OMB control number for this information collection is 0503-0024.

The time required to complete this information collection is estimated to average 3 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions and completing the collection of information. An official form of the United States government. Provided by Touchpoints OMB Approval #0503-0024 · Expiration Date 04/30/2026

Eligibility Requirements

State agencies, local government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other entities capable of managing a food service program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State agencies, local government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other entities capable of managing a food service program. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

Who funds Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)?

Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is funded by USDA Food and Nutrition Service. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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