Rhode Island School and Summer Meals
Food Assistance in Rhode Island. The Rhode Island Department of Education's Child Nutrition office runs free and reduced-price school breakfast and lunch during the school year and summer meal sites when school is out. Call to find a meal site or to ask how to apply at your child's school.
Phone: 401-222-4600
Website: https://ride.ri.gov/child-nutrition
Good to know: Phone verified from the RIDE Child Nutrition contact page at ride.ri.gov on 2026-10-07. Statewide — county = NULL so it shows for every part of the state.
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Frequently asked questions about Rhode Island School and Summer Meals
How do I contact Rhode Island School and Summer Meals?
You can call Rhode Island School and Summer Meals at 401-222-4600 in Rhode Island. Their website is https://ride.ri.gov/child-nutrition.
What services does Rhode Island School and Summer Meals offer?
The Rhode Island Department of Education's Child Nutrition office runs free and reduced-price school breakfast and lunch during the school year and summer meal sites when school is out. Call to find a meal site or to ask how to apply at your child's school.
Are services at Rhode Island School and Summer Meals free or low-cost?
Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Rhode Island School and Summer Meals at 401-222-4600 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
Does Rhode Island School and Summer Meals offer services in other languages?
Call Rhode Island School and Summer Meals at 401-222-4600 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.