Free Summer Meals for All Kids in the North Cedar Area

New Summer Meal Program

The North Cedar Community School District is offering a Summer Food Program to make sure every child has access to nutritious meals. Thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, children in Mechanicsville, Clarence, Lowden, Stanwood, Olin, and other North Cedar district areas can receive free breakfast and lunch, 7 days a week (14 meals per week).

First pick up date is set for June 3, 2026! Parents can still sign up until June 1st.

NOTE – Pick up times have changed from twice a week to once per week on Wednesdays.

Who Can Participate:

• Any child ages 0–18
• No enrollment in North Cedar schools required
• Children visiting or staying with relatives are welcome

How It Works:

• Meals are packed in bulk and picked up once a week
• Meals are picked up on Wednesdays from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. at both locations
• Delivery may be available if needed
• If there is a week where parents are unable to pick up meals, please contact North Cedar Nutrition Director Jen Smith ([email protected] or 563-452-3179 ext 5) to communicate that information.
• Final pick up day of the summer is August 12, 2026.

Pick up Locations:

• Mechanicsville Elementary and the Jr/Sr High School in Clarence

Cost:

• FREE for all families, funded by the USDA

Sign Up:

• Complete the program form.
• Contact Jen Smith, Director of School Nutrition, for help or a paper form: [email protected]

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.