Minnesota School and Summer Meals

Food Assistance in Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Education's Food and Nutrition Service 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.

Phone: 800-366-8922

Website: https://education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/fns/

Good to know: Phone verified from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service state contact directory at fns.usda.gov/contacts on 2026-10-07. Statewide — county = NULL so it shows for every part of the state.

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Frequently asked questions about Minnesota School and Summer Meals

How do I contact Minnesota School and Summer Meals?

You can call Minnesota School and Summer Meals at 800-366-8922 in Minnesota. Their website is https://education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/fns/.

What services does Minnesota School and Summer Meals offer?

The Minnesota Department of Education's Food and Nutrition Service 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.

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

Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Minnesota School and Summer Meals at 800-366-8922 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

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

Call Minnesota School and Summer Meals at 800-366-8922 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.