Hunger Doesn’t Take a Vacation: Summer Nutrition Status Report 2024
This report reveals a drop in the number of children receiving nutrition over the summer following the loss of pandemic-era waivers.
In July 2023, participation in Summer Nutrition Programs declined to just over 2.8 million children served daily, with only 15.3 out of every 100 eligible children accessing summer lunch.
This drop was attributed to the end of pandemic-era waivers, staffing shortages, and limited program flexibilities, but new 2024 initiatives like the nationwide Summer EBT Program and expanded non-congregate meal options in rural areas aim to improve access and reverse these declines.
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