About Free School Meals
Free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch at school for children from low-income families.
How to Apply
- Contact your child's school or school district office
- Fill out a Free and Reduced Price School Meals application
- If you receive SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF, your children automatically qualify
- Applications are processed within 10 days
Contact & Official Links
Official website: fns.usda.gov/nslp
See Everything You Qualify For
Free School Meals is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is Free School Meals worth?
Free School Meals: Typically $150/month in meal value (varies). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$150 per month.
Free School Meals: Typically $150/month in meal value (varies). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$150 per month.
How do I apply for Free School Meals?
To apply: Contact your child's school or school district office. Fill out a Free and Reduced Price School Meals application. If you receive SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF, your children automatically qualify. Official website: https://www.fns.usda.gov/nslp
To apply: Contact your child's school or school district office. Fill out a Free and Reduced Price School Meals application. If you receive SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF, your children automatically qualify. Official website: https://www.fns.usda.gov/nslp
Who qualifies for Free School Meals?
Free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch at school for children from low-income families. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch at school for children from low-income families. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.