Welfare Info

Summer Food Service Program for Maryland

Maryland

What is Summer Food Service Program for Maryland ?

The Maryland Summer Food Service Program provides reimbursement to organizations for meals and snacks served to children in areas where at least 50 percent of the children qualify for free or reduced-price meals under the National School Lunch Program, or when 50 percent of the children enrolled in a program qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Most organizations may be reimbursed for up to two meals or snacks per child per day. Migrant programs and camps may be reimbursed for up to three meals per child per day.

Administration

Summer Food Service Program for Maryland is administered by Maryland.

Program Requirements

Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01

To be eligible for Maryland Summer Food Service Program, you must be a resident of Maryland and 18 years of age or under.

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

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $27,861
2 $37,814
3 $47,767
4 $57,720
5 $67,673
6 $77,626
7 $87,579
8 $97,532

*For households with more than eight people, add $9,953 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

Application Details

What is the application process for Summer Food Service Program for Maryland ?

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 Info

410-767-0214

How to Apply

Summer Food Site Locator

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