Support for Families—All Year Long
Family Resources for School Year and Summer: Meals, Learning, and Support
Families need support all year—during school and over the summer. That’s why we’ve put together a list of helpful resources all in one place. You’ll find information about free meal programs, learning tools, and local services. These resources can help your family stay strong, healthy, and ready to learn—no matter the season.
SUN Bucks: Bridging the Summer Food Gap
SUN Bucks provides $120 in grocery benefits per eligible school-age child when school is out for summer. SUN Bucks can be used to purchase food from authorized retailers in participating states, Tribes, and territories. It may also be known as Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (or Summer EBT) in certain locations.
Children can receive SUN Bucks on top of other benefits like SNAP and WIC, and in addition to free SUN Meals from local meal sites or SUN Meals To-Go in eligible rural communities.
| Colorado | Georgia* | Indiana |
| Louisiana | Michigan | New York |
| North Carolina | Ohio | Wisconsin |
*Georgia is not participating in the SUN Bucks program. You can visit the SUN Bucks website for SUN Meals and SUN Meals To-Go information.
Summer Meal Finders
These resources are tailored to help you locate nearby meal sites where your children can enjoy healthy, no-cost meals throughout the summer no matter where you live.
All States
USDA Summer Meals for Kids
Hunger Free America Hotline:
- English: 1-866-348-6479
- Español: 1-877-842-6273
- Text “Summer Meals” to 914-342-7744
NHA State Summer Meal Finder
These resources are tailored to help you locate nearby meal sites in states where NHA operates charter schools. Using these tools will ensure your children can enjoy healthy, no-cost meals throughout the summer.
Colorado
Hunger Free Colorado
Food Resource Hotline
Bi-lingual, statewide, and toll-free
1-855-855-4626
Georgia
Wisconsin
Wisconsin Find-a-Summer-Meals Site
Salvation Army Feed the Kids
211 Wisconsin
Text "SFSP" to 914-342-7744
Year-Round Food Resources
DoubleUpAmerica.org
Participating stores offer dollar per dollar match when using SNAP benefits to purchase fresh produce.
FeedingAmerica.org
Find a food pantry, other local food resources, and assistance with SNAP applications.
Hunger Free America
Find food resources or call one of the numbers below for information about local resources that provide free food.
- English: 1-866-348-6479
- Español: 1-877-842-6273
No Kid Hungry
Find local, free, healthy meal options by visiting NoKidHungry.org, or texting "FOOD" to 304304.
USDA Summer Meal Finder
Find free summer meals located within your community.
Housing Resources
Connect with local emergency shelters, transitional housing, and housing programs.
HudExchange.info
Connect with a local HUD office for assistance with obtaining housing or vouchers.
National Low Income Housing Coalition
nlihc.org/rental-assistance
National database for local emergency rental and utility assistance.
Housing Counsel & Assistance Program
Receive advice on buying, renting, and credit counseling.
Childcare & Preschool Resources
acf.hhs.gov/ohs
Apply for low-income head start programs.
Boys and Girls Clubs of America
BGCA offers summer child care and camp oppotunities for kids.
Help Hotlines
1-800-422-4453
National Suicide Prevention:
1-988-273-8255
Domestic Violence Support:
1-800-799-7233
Substance Abuse/Mental Health:
1-800-662-4357
Crisis Text Line:
Text "HOME" to 741741
Other Resources
2-1-1 Community Guides
National hotline & website with various local resources
Visit 211.org or call 2-1-1
Museums4All.org
Find local museums offering discounted or free family admission with proof of Medicaid or SNAP benefits.
KidsBowlFree.com
Find particpating bowling alleys that offer up to 2 free games per kid per day all summer long!
LaundryLove.org
Find free local laundry services
EveryoneOne.org
Find low-cost internet service and computers in your area.
FCC.gov/Lifeline-Consumers
Lifeline provides subscribers a discount on qualifying monthly telephone service, broadband Internet service, or bundled voice-broadband packages purchased from participating wireline or wireless providers.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.