IMPACT LA Now Accepting Applications For Free Summer Meal Program
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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- Through federally funded meal sponsorships, Impact LA will provide free breakfast and lunch meals to children and teens throughout the summer months while school is out of session. This year, the organization plans to serve youth at over 30 locations across Los Angeles County, ensuring that no child goes hungry during the critical summer break period.

Bridging the Summer Hunger Gap

When schools close for summer, millions of children lose access to the reliable meals they receive during the academic year. For many families in Los Angeles County, those school meals are essential. Without them, children face increased food insecurity, which impacts their health, learning retention, and overall well-being.

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Impact LA's Summer Meal Program directly bridges this gap by ensuring youth ages 18 and under have access to nutritious meals in safe, accessible community spaces. By partnering with local organizations, the program expands meal access into neighborhoods where it is needed most.

"Summer should be a time of enrichment, growth, and fun for our youth, not hunger," said Courtney Lockridge, Executive Director of Impact LA. "By partnering with community-based organizations, we're able to meet children where they are and ensure they continue receiving healthy meals even when school cafeterias are closed."

Who Can Apply
Impact LA is currently seeking partnerships with:

• Nonprofit organizations
• Public and charter schools
• After-school and expanded learning programs
• Summer camps
• Parks and recreation centers
• Churches and faith-based organizations
• Community centers serving youth

Participating sites must serve youth in eligible communities and operate structured programming during the summer months. Impact LA makes participation simple, allowing organizations to focus on serving youth while the organization manages the administrative and compliance requirements.

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Expanding Access Across LA County

Last year, Impact LA served over 285,000 meals across multiple communities. This year, the organization is expanding its footprint to reach over 30 locations throughout Los Angeles County, further advancing its mission of food equity, youth development, and community empowerment.

Organizations interested in becoming a summer meal site are encouraged to apply immediately. The application process is now open, and onboarding must be completed prior to summer program launch.

To apply or learn more, visit:
🌐 www.impactla.org/summermeals

About Impact LA
Impact LA is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization committed to food security, youth development, and community empowerment. Through meal sponsorship programs, food distribution drives, food rescue initiatives, and enrichment programming, Impact LA ensures children and families have access to the resources they need to thrive.