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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 18, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Louisiana, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Resources or Louisiana Economic Development's Resources for Impacted Businesses.

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Description of Program and Relief

Child Nutrition Program

Due to COVID-19-related school cancellations, the City of New Orleans established grab-and-go breakfast and lunch locations at various public schools in New Orleans. Free breakfast and lunch are available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM every Monday and Wednesday. Every Monday, the program will provide meals for two days and every Wednesday, the program will provide meals for three days. Feeding sites will NOT be open on Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. Please note that students can pick up meals from any school site regardless of whether they are a student at that school.

Government or Lead Agency

New Orleans Public Schools.

Dates Available

Every Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 AM through 12:00 PM.

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Any person 18 years or younger OR enrolled in a public school are eligible to receive meals.

Students over 18 who are enrolled in public K-12 schools, including students with disabilities through age 22, are also eligible.

Students do not need to be present to receive meals. Parents or caregivers may pick up meals on behalf of the students within their household.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

If you are in Orleans Parish, dial 211 for assistance. Eligible families who are unable to access food resources this week should call United Way’s 211 information system for information about the nearest food pantry.

List of Additional Information

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