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National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for Florida
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Florida and all of the following:
- A parent or primary caregiver, and
- Responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under).
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $26,973 |
| 2 | $36,482 |
| 3 | $45,991 |
| 4 | $55,500 |
| 5 | $65,009 |
| 6 | $74,518 |
| 7 | $84,027 |
| 8 | $93,536 |
Schools send school meal applications home at the beginning of each school year. However, you may apply for school meals at any time throughout the school year by submitting a household application directly to your school.
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will provide you with an example of an application. Please contact your school to determine if you need to fill out an application.
Contact your state's agency to confirm your school participates in the National School Lunch Program and/or School Breakfast Program.
For more information for Florida, please visit the Florida School Lunch Program website.
Or visit: USDA’s National School Lunch Program. USDA’s National School Breakfast Program.