Free & Reduced School Meals (NSLP)
Run by U.S. Dept of Agriculture, a federal agency
Free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch for students whose household income is below 185% of poverty level. Many eligible families never apply.
- Award
- $400–$800/year per child in meals
- Deadline
- Annual, apply each school year
- Run by
- U.S. Dept of Agriculture
- Federal
Who it's for
- Child enrolled in participating school
- Household income below 185% poverty level for reduced price, 130% for free
U.S. Dept of Agriculture decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
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Free & Reduced School Meals (NSLP) is one option. What else may help?
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. U.S. Dept of Agriculture decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.