Free summer meals for children in Contra Costa County

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA (June 16, 2024) — This summer, no child should go hungry in Contra Costa County. Local agencies teamed up with the United States Department of Agriculture’s SUN Meals program to offer free breakfast and lunch to kids ages 2-18 at various locations throughout the county.

The program offers free summer meals to any child aged 18 and under, no application or other information needed.

The Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE) has compiled a list of free meal locations and other local food resources to assist families during the summer break.

“As food prices continue to rise, I hope families can take advantage of the Summer Food Service Program to help feed their families and stretch their grocery dollars during the summer months,” Contra Costa County Superintendent of Schools Lynn Mackey said. “Several school districts are working with the USDA and community partners to provide free, convenient meals and snacks for kids during the summer at schools, parks, libraries, and other neighborhood locations.”

Find Free Meal Locations

Families can locate nearby meal distribution sites and pick-up details on the California Department of Education website. You can also find information through local school district websites:

• Antioch USD
• John Swett USD
• Martinez USD
• Mt. Diablo USD
• Oakley Union Elementary SD
• Pittsburg USD
• West Contra Costa USD

Contra Costa County Libraries Offer Free Meals

Some of Contra Costa County’s libraries are offering free meals to children over the summer. Libraries serve as convenient and safe places for kids to receive meals while also offering a range of activities and resources to keep kids engaged over the summer. For detailed information on library locations and pick-up times, visit the Contra Costa County Libraries events page.

Ensuring Healthy Meals for All Children

The California Department of Social Services has introduced the SUN Bucks or Summer EBT program to assist income-eligible families in purchasing food over the summer.

CCCOE encourages families and community members to utilize these resources. Please spread the word about the available food resources. These efforts can help families bridge the gap between summer and the start of the new school year.