What is sfsp

The United States Department of Agriculture's Summer Food Service Program SFSP , also known as the Summer Meals Program, is a federally-funded, state-administered program established to ensure kids continue to have access to nutritious meals when school is not in session. The program provides free meals to kids age 18 and younger in low-income areas and reimburses program operators who offer those meals. All meals and snacks served through the SFSP must meet federal nutrition standards, and require servings of grains, proteins, fruits and vegetables, and milk.

Department of Agriculture and administered in Pennsylvania by the Department of Education. Non-profit organizations may sponsor the program and receive reimbursement for qualifying meals served to eligible children.

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U. Department of Agriculture USDA civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information e. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc. Child Nutrition Tables.

Area Eligibility. Turnip the Beet! Program Guidance These resources are periodically updated to reflect changes to the Summer Food Service Program and highlight new resources available for sponsors. Summer Food Rocks! Find Sites Serving Summer Meals. Summer Food, Summer Moves.

Summer Meals Toolkit. Types of organizations that are eligible to sponsor SFSP include:. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer - for additional information click here to view the Nondiscrimination Statement. Locate a Meal Site Near You. Skip to Main Content. Description Through the SFSP children may receive up to 2 meals, one meal and a snack, or 2 snacks every day.