To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Montana and all of the following:
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 | $27,861 |
2 | $37,814 |
3 | $47,767 |
4 | $57,720 |
5 | $67,673 |
6 | $77,626 |
7 | $87,579 |
8 | $97,532 |
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found on the Directory of Montana School page.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program. For further information on school meals, see the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) website.
For more information regarding the Montana School Nutrition Programs on the web, please visit: the school nutrition homepage or by phone at 406 444-2501.
You may also contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program. To find your school visit the Directory of Montana Schools.
If you have further questions on these programs, call the Montana Office of Public Instruction at: 406-444-2501