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1. How does it work?

The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDOE) administers the program at the state level and acts as a bridge between York County and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). York County serves as a sponsor and coordinates with schools, local government agencies, camps, faith-based and other non-profit community organizations to host meal service sites. Meal service sites are places in the community where children receive meals in a safe and supervised environment. Sites may be located in a variety of settings, including schools, parks, community centers, churches, and migrant centers. 

2. Who does the program serve?

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) serves children and teens age 18 and younger.

3. Why is the program important?

Children need healthy food all year long. During the school year, many children receive free and reduced-price breakfast and lunch through the School Breakfast and National School Lunch Programs. When school lets out many of these children are at risk of hunger. Hunger is one of the most severe roadblocks to the learning process. Lack of nutrition during the summer months may set up a cycle for poor performance once school begins again and make children more prone to illness and other health issues. The Summer Feeding Program (SFP) is designed to fill that nutrition gap and make sure children get the nutritious meals they need.

4. Where is my closest Summer Food Service Program site?

Visit the SC Office of Health and Nutrition website. Additional resources for food assistance are the National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE.

5. How can I help?

Learn more about the program or contact our office to find ways to volunteer at a meal service site to get involved in your community and help us end hunger in York County. In addition visit the USDA Summer Food Service Program website.