The largest school districts in North Texas have initiated their annual Summer Meals programs, ensuring students have access to meals during the summer break.
DALLAS ISD SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM
Dallas Independent School District is participating in the Summer Meals program in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Texas Department of Agriculture. They provide breakfast and lunch to anyone under 18 and students with disabilities up to 21 years old, extending beyond enrolled students. According to Debbie Rowley, Dallas ISD’s executive director, the program aims to address hunger throughout the summer months. Meals are available free of charge until August for eligible participants. To locate a Summer Meals site within Dallas ISD, visit their website.
FORT WORTH ISD SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM
Fort Worth Independent School District is also offering free breakfast and lunch to children under 18, regardless of enrollment in a summer program. The program operates Monday through Thursday until July 2, 2024. To discover locations providing free meals in Fort Worth ISD, check their website.
FINDING A SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM NEAR YOU
Numerous organizations across North Texas provide meals during the summer break. The Texas Department of Agriculture offers a locator tool on their website to find other Summer Meals programs in your area.
