What programs are good for me?
Find out what the right Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and WIC benefits are for you.
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Philly Food Finder guide by location
We have a more detailed guide from 2018-19 available for you to access by your specific location.
A Guide to School / Youth Meals in Philadelphia
School / Youth Meals
All kids & teens attending public school in the School District of Philadelphia (or charter schools operated by the District) can receive free breakfast and lunch without parents having to fill out additional paperwork.
In the summer, there are over many sites in Philadelphia that serve free breakfast, lunch, and snacks to kids and teens ages 18 & under. No income, ID, or registration is required.
Summer meals and school meals help to give kids the nutrition they need to stay healthy so that they can learn and grow. Each program helps to fight hunger and obesity by reimbursing groups like schools, child care centers, and after-school programs for serving healthy meals to children.
Families with kids
Summer meals and school meals help to give kids the nutrition they need to stay healthy so that they can learn and grow. Each program helps to fight hunger and obesity by reimbursing groups like schools, child care centers, and after-school programs for serving healthy meals to children.
Also, There is also a WIC program serving Pennsylvania residents to asisst women, infants, and children–under five years old (including foster children).
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See the City’s Office of Children and Families website here for the latest updates!
What programs are good for me?
Good questions! Explore this infographic to determine which food benefits program is right for you and your particular situation.
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