The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)
The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a federally funded Child Nutrition Program established to ensure that low-income children, ages 18 and younger, can access nutritious meals when school is out for summer break
- Agency
- Colorado Department of Education
- Type
- Federal Program
- Phone
- 1-720-328-1284
- Application Period
- Income Limit
The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a federally funded Child Nutrition Program established to ensure that low-income children, ages 18 and younger, can access nutritious meals when school is out for summer break.
The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a federally funded Child Nutrition Program established to ensure that low-income children, ages 18 and younger, can access nutritious meals when school is out for summer break.
Eligibility Requirements
Low-income children ages 18 and younger
Images & PDFs
FY 2018 SNAP-Ed Plan Guidance
Guidance document presenting a social-ecological model for making food and physical activity decisions, emphasizing holistic community-level and individual impact.
View Full ImageSponsor Monitor's Guide Summer Food Service Program
A guide designed to assist sponsors in effectively monitoring and managing the Summer Food Service Program. The guide aims to ensure service quality and compliance.
View Full ImageState Agency Monitor Guide 2017
A guide by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service for state agencies overseeing the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) in Colorado, aimed at ensuring agency compliance and program efficiency.
View Full ImageImpact Reports
Food Insecurity and Its Impact on Children in Colorado
1/20/2023 | Coverage: state
This research highlights the growing issue of food insecurity in Colorado, especially in light of rising living costs and stagnant wages, and the vital role that programs like SFSP play in alleviating this problem.
Source: University of Colorado Boulder
Coverage Area: state
The Impact of the Summer Food Service Program on Food Security in Colorado
6/15/2022 | Coverage: state
This report examines the positive effects of the Summer Food Service Program on food security among children in Colorado, highlighting its role in community support during the summer months.
Source: Colorado Department of Human Services
Coverage Area: state
The Role of Food Assistance Programs in Mitigating Economic Hardship
3/10/2023 | Coverage: national
This national report discusses how food assistance programs, including SFSP, play a crucial role in supporting low-income families facing economic challenges, particularly in high-cost areas.
Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture
Coverage Area: national
Program Timeline
Emergency Response to COVID-19
3/1/2020During the COVID-19 pandemic, temporary flexibilities were provided to the SFSP to ensure continued meal access for children.
Reauthorization and Improvements
11/8/2004The SFSP was reauthorized with additional funding and improvements aimed at enhancing outreach and reducing administrative burdens.
Establishment of SFSP
4/1/1968The Summer Food Service Program was established to provide meals to children during the summer months when school is not in session.
FAQ
The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a federally funded initiative designed to provide nutritious meals to children during the summer months when school is not in session. It aims to ensure that children who rely on free or reduced-price school meals continue to receive healthy food options. SFSP operates at various sites across Colorado, including schools, community centers, and parks, ensuring accessibility for all eligible children.
Reference: https://www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/summer-food-service-program
