WASHINGTON (NMB) – The United States Department of Agriculture announced earlier this week that they are extending several flexibilities in meal programs through as late as December 31st.
The flexibilities allow summer meal program operators to continue serving free meals to all children into the fall months.
The nationwide waivers being extended are for the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and Seamless Summer Option (SSO).
These extensions allow SFSP and SSO meals to be served in all areas and at no cost, permit meals to be served outside of the typically-required group settings and meal times, waive meal pattern requirements as necessary, and allow parents and guardians to pick-up meals for their children.
For more information, visit fns.usda.gov/coronavirus.
