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Special Milk Program for New Hampshire

New Hampshire

What is Special Milk Program for New Hampshire ?

The Special Milk Program (SMP) was established to encourage consumption of fluid milk by children in public schools, child care centers, after-school-hours child care programs, summer camps, and similar non-profit institutions devoted to the care and training of children. The SMP is part of the Bureau of Nutrition Programs and Services, which provides educational leadership and services that promote health and nutrition education for all citizens through quality nutrition programs in New Hampshire schools and institutions.

Administration

Special Milk Program for New Hampshire is administered by New Hampshire.

Program Requirements

Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01

To be eligible for the New Hampshire Special Milk Program, you must be a resident of the state of New Hampshire and meetall ofthe following:

  • Be a child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program; and
  • Be low-income or very low income.

Each child's family must apply annually for free milk eligibility.

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 Special Milk Program for New Hampshire ?

To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child's school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates in the Special Milk Program.

The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information on the Food and Nutrition Service's (FNS) webpage.  

Additionally, you can view further information about your state's Special Milk program on the New Hampshire Special Milk Program page. 

Contact Info

603-271-3860

How to Apply

Apply for NH Special Milk

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