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Minnesota Summer Food Service

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) serves nutritious meals at no charge to children in the summer when National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program meals are not available. SFSP sites are located in many low-income areas throughout Minnesot...

What is Minnesota Summer Food Service?

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) serves nutritious meals at no charge to children in the summer when National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program meals are not available. SFSP sites are located in many low-income areas throughout Minnesota and serve meals to children up to age 18.

Program Requirements

In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:

Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $22,459
2 $30,451
3 $38,443
4 $46,435
5 $54,427
6 $62,419
7 $70,411
8 $78,403

*For households with more than eight people, add $7,992 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

Application Details

What is the application process for Minnesota Summer Food Service?

To find a meal site, please use one of the following methods:

  • Call the National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-348-6479
  • Call the 2-1-1 Hotline or if you are on a cellphone call 651-291-0211; TTY users, please call 651-291-8440.
  • Text Second Harvest Heartland at 612-516-3663
  • Use the online meal site locator

Contact Info

 1-800-366-8922