Summer Food Service Program for Florida

What is Summer Food Service Program for Florida ?

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is federally funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and is state-administered in Florida by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Division of Food, Nutrition and Wellness (FNW).

The intent of the SFSP is to bridge the gap in nutrition during the summer months by serving nutritious meals to children 18 years and younger while school is not in session.

Children need healthy food all year long in order to grow and learn. During the school year, many children receive free and reduced-price meals through the School Breakfast and National School Lunch Programs. When school lets out for the summer, many of these children are at risk of hunger or poor nutrition. The SFSP is designed to ensure that children have access to the nutritious meals they need to grow, learn and play during the summer months and to help ensure their bodies and minds are healthy and strong for the upcoming school year.

The Summer Food Service Program primarily operates during the summer months, May to September, when schools in most areas are closed; it may also provide meals during vacation breaks where schools are operated on a year-round continuous school calendar.

Administration

Summer Food Service Program for Florida is administered by Florida.

Program Requirements

Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01

To be eligible for Florida Summer Food Service Program, you must be a resident of Florida 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 Florida ?

WHAT? Free food and fun all summer long
WHO? Kids and teens 18 and under
WHERE? At a location near you!

Find a location near you at the USDA Summer Food Service Program website

Contact Info

1-800-504-6609

How to Apply

Summer Food Site Locator

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