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National School Breakfast and Lunch Program for North Dakota


The National School Lunch Program provides nutritious lunches and opportunities to practice making healthy choices. The School Breakfast Program (SBP) is structured similar to the National School Lunch Program. The School Breakfast Meal Patterns are established by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). These guidelines must be followed for the meals to be reimbursable.

The School Breakfast and Lunch Programs are administered by North Dakota's Department of Public Instruction.

The National School Lunch Program provides nutritious lunches and opportunities to practice making healthy choices. The School Breakfast Program (SBP) is structured similar to the National School Lunch Program. The School Breakfast Meal Patterns are established by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). These guidelines must be followed for the meals to be reimbursable.

The School Breakfast and Lunch Programs are administered by North Dakota's Department of Public Instruction.


To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of North Dakota 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:

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
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

*For households with more than eight people, add $9,953 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.


To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
State Schools


Please visit the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (DPI) web site to learn more about the programs:
DPI website

If you would like to speak with a state representative regarding the programs, you can call the DPI toll-free at:
1-888-338-3663

Or at:
701-328-2294

701-328-2294