Lynchburg City Schools to Offer Free Summer Meals for Children at More Than 25 Locations

Families across Lynchburg will have access to free meals for children this summer through the Lynchburg City Schools Summer Food Service Program. The federally funded initiative will provide breakfast, lunch, and snacks at community centers, churches, schools, parks, and other locations throughout the city.

The program begins June 8 and is open to all children regardless of family income. Meals will be served on a first-come, first-served basis, and children must remain on site while eating.

Among the participating community locations are Faith Assembly, West Lynchburg Baptist Church, Riverside Park, the Lynchburg Public Library, Boys & Girls Club, several city neighborhood centers, and a variety of nonprofit and childcare organizations. Most sites will operate through late July or early August, with some offering breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.

In addition, Lynchburg City Schools will provide breakfast and lunch to the public during its summer school programs. Elementary, middle, and high school sites across the city will offer meals during designated periods in June and July.

The program is designed to ensure children continue to have access to nutritious meals while school is out of session.

Key Locations Offering Summer Meals

• Faith Assembly
• West Lynchburg Baptist Church
• Riverside Park
• Lynchburg Public Library
• Boys & Girls Club
• College Hill Center
• Daniels Hill Center
• Diamond Hill Center
• Fairview Center
• Jefferson Park Center
• Yoder Center
• Sandusky Elementary YMCA Summer Program
• The Learning Academy
• The Miller Home
• A Sure Word Outreach
• All Nations Community Church

Parents seeking a complete list of locations, dates, and meal service times can contact Lynchburg City Schools Nutrition Services or visit the school division's website.

Editor's Note: Most locations will be closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth and on July 3 in observance of Independence Day.