Boston Summer Eats Program

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Dates:	Friday, July 10, 2026 - Monday, August 31, 2026
Hours:	Hours Vary see below
Ages:	Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens
In/Outdoor:	Indoor, Outdoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Community Action

The Boston Summer Eats program provides nutritious breakfast and lunch at no cost to children and teens across the city while school is out of session for the summer.

Co-implemented by the Mayor's Office of Food Justice, Boston Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services, Boston Centers for Youth and Families, the Greater Boston YMCA, and Project Bread, this innovative initiative expands food access and helps fill the summer meal gap.

All youth aged 18 and under are welcome to participate.

There are absolutely no ID, registration, or paperwork requirements—kids can simply walk up to any designated site during meal hours to receive a healthy meal.

Meals are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and comply with USDA nutritional standards, including fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grains, and protein.

In addition to regular meal service, select host sites incorporate recreational activities and community programming throughout the summer.

HOURS

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Daily options (typically Monday through Friday or Saturday) vary by site throughout July and August 2026. Meal service times generally fall between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

WEBSITE

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www.boston.gov/departments/food-access/summer-eats

LOCATION

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Multiple Locations, Boston, MA, 02108 map
Phone: 617-635-3717

Available at dozens of neighborhood locations across Boston, including BCYF and YMCA community centers, Boston Public Schools, libraries, Boston Housing Authority properties, farmers markets, and community-based organizations. To find a nearby site, call 1-800-645-8333 or check the interactive map online.

TIPS

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No registration or ID is required; youth can simply show up to receive a meal. Please note that due to federal regulations, meals must be consumed on-site, and parents or caregivers are not permitted to pick up meals to take home without the child present. Program details and site lists can change, so checking the online tracker or calling the Project Bread hotline (1-800-645-8333) before visiting is recommended.