Alaska School and Summer Meals

Food Assistance in Alaska. Child Nutrition Services at the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development runs free and reduced-price school breakfast and lunch during the school year, and the Summer Food Service Program when school is out. Call to find a meal site near you or to ask how to apply at your child's school. This reaches the state director's office — the department publishes no general program line.

Phone: 907-465-8708

Website: https://education.alaska.gov/cnp

Good to know: Phone verified from the Child Nutrition Programs staff list at education.alaska.gov/cnp on 2026-10-07. Statewide — county = NULL so it shows for every part of the state.

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Frequently asked questions about Alaska School and Summer Meals

How do I contact Alaska School and Summer Meals?

You can call Alaska School and Summer Meals at 907-465-8708 in Alaska. Their website is https://education.alaska.gov/cnp.

What services does Alaska School and Summer Meals offer?

Child Nutrition Services at the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development runs free and reduced-price school breakfast and lunch during the school year, and the Summer Food Service Program when school is out. Call to find a meal site near you or to ask how to apply at your child's school. This reaches the state director's office — the department publishes no general program line.

Are services at Alaska School and Summer Meals free or low-cost?

Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Alaska School and Summer Meals at 907-465-8708 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Alaska School and Summer Meals offer services in other languages?

Call Alaska School and Summer Meals at 907-465-8708 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.