Summer Food Service Program for Illinois
Overview
The Illinois Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) was instituted to provide nutritious meals to children during the summer months when school is not in session. The program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and administered by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Administration
Summer Food Service Program for Illinois is administered by U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS).Program Requirements:
For this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Illinois.
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 |
Application Details
To apply for the Summer Food Service program, contact your state's child nutrition program office. Contact information for your state can be found on the School Meals Contacts page.
Contact:
1-866-262-6663
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