Summer free meal program begins in La Crosse
Summer Food Program is open to anyone 18 and under
LA CROSSE (WKBT) – The YMCA launched its Summer Food Program Tuesday, providing free meals to anyone 18 or under.
The La Crosse Area Family YMCA will serve food at 8 locations this summer:
- Huber Court Community Center (Hot meals)
- Schuh Mullen Community Center (Hot meals)
- Badger-Hicker Park
- Copeland Splash
- Poage Park
- Dahl Family YMCA
- Community Youth Center
- R.W. Houser Family YMCA
The program is part of the YMCA’s year-round effort to address child hunger. During the summer months, 5 out of 6 kids are not able to get free or reduced-price meals, according to the YMCA. Participating youth will be provided meals as well as recreational and learning activities.
Each location has a specific time when food will be available. A full list of dates, times and locations can be found here.
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