Free meals for adults are almost over.
Just two weeks ago, a program that provides free meals to children expanded to include adults, but proved so popular it likely will run out of funds next week. The children’s meal program will continue.
USD 257 received a grant for $8,609 through the “Feeding Kansas Kids During COVID” program from the Kansas Health Foundation and Sunflower Foundation. The grant allowed the district to expand its summer meals program to everyone, no matter their age. The program offered five breakfasts and lunches each week.
Last week, about 77 adults picked up meals, according to Judy Baker, food service coordinator.
The final meals for adults are expected to be offered only at the Iola High School drive through on Monday. If any adult meals are still available, they will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis at Wednesday’s pickup. Wednesday’s adult meals will only be available at the IHS drive through, as well.
The summer lunch program will continue to serve children ages 1-18 at various locations until Aug. 6.
Once the funds run out, adults can purchase meals for $2.50 for each breakfast and $4 for lunch. Checks are accepted. If paying by cash, you must have the exact change.
