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Summer Food Service Program |
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The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) provides nutritious meals and snacks to children
during the summer months. This federally funded food service program helps children who live
in eligible areas receive the same high quality meals during the summer as they get during the school
year. Local sponsors oversee the production and distribution of meals to children at sites such as
schools, churches, parks, and playgrounds. Organizations which quality as sponsors receive funds
to pay for meals and snacks for children. They also receive training and technical assistance to
help start and operate the program.
In order to become a sponsor, you must complete an application, attend sponsor training (usually
held in March), and ensure your organization can manage the program effectively. A sponsor also
needs: Kids; children 18 years old and under can receive summer meals. Also, disabled persons
participating in state educational programs for the mentally or physically disabled can receive
meals. Meal Sites: Meal sites are approved as “eligible” during the application process. The sites
are usually parks, schools, playgrounds, gymnasiums, community centers, churches, apartment
complexes, or day camps. Staff: Employees are needed to manage the meal sites, to prepare the
meals, and to manage the administrative portion of the Summer Program. Bookkeeper: The
bookkeeper compiles financial and administrative records to comply with the regulations of the
program. Management: When the SFSP is well-organized, it is easier to manage. The
administrative staff must be willing to coordinate and communicate with their program staff and
with State Agency staff in order to receive technical assistance and support if needed.
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Eligibility: The five types of organizations eligible to be local SFSP
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Public School Food Authorities |
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Public or nonprofit private residential summer camps |
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Units of local, municipal, county, tribal, or state government |
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Public or private nonprofit colleges or universities which are currently participating
in the National Youth Sports Program |
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Private, nonprofit (501[c][3]) organizations. |
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Sites must have at least 50 percent of the children eligible for Free and Reduced-Price
school meals or be an enrolled site. Meals are available to all children regardless
of age, color, sex, race, national origin, or disability. |
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Other Sponsor Responsibilities |
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As a sponsor, there are program regulations and policies (both at the Federal and
State Agency level) to ensure the program is run accordingly. The most important
of these include: Meals served must meet USDA standards; Meals served must also
meet State Agency policies and procedures. All personnel working in the SFSP must
be trained; Meal sites must be monitored on regular basis; Records must be maintained
for meal production, meal counts, finances and nutrition education; Adhering to
all contractual agreements made with the State Agency.
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What to Serve: |
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A sponsor can serve up to three meals a day depending on the type of sponsor and
the needs of the children served. These meals can be a combination of breakfast,
lunch, supper, or snacks. All sponsors may participate in Offer vs Serve. If you would
like to receive an application or have any questions about the Summer Food Service
Program, please contact the State Agency:
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Child Nutrition Programs |
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Summer Food Service Program |
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2500 N. Lincoln, Suite 310 |
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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105 |
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(405) 521-3327 FAX: (405) 521-2239 |
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In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and
institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or
retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
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| To file a complaint of discrimination, write:
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| USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication
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| 1400 Independence Avenue, SW
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| Washington, DC 20250-9410
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| or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (voice)
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| Individuals that are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the
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| Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339
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| Or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish)
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| USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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| For Additional Information:
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| Child Nutrition Programs
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| 2500 N. Lincoln Blvd., Suite 310
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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105 |
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(405) 521-3327 FAX: (405) 521-2239 |