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1946 - National School Lunch Act
This program was created by President Truman to make sure students have the nutrition they need to be healthy adults. -
Milk Program
This program was originally in Chicago in 1940. It made milk available to economically disadvantaged children at a reduced cost. -
Summer Lunch Program
This provides children with healthy lunches in the summer. -
Child and Adult Care Food Program
Provides healthy snacks and meals to adults in non-profit facilities and to children in afterschool programs, emergency shelters, and other non-profit facilities. -
Breakfast Program
This provides healthy breakfasts to students at a reduced price or free based on their family income. -
Department of Defense Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Program
This provides fresh produce to schools and military bases. -
Let's Move
This provides information to parents, encourages students to be physically active, and ensures that they have healthy food that is affordable. -
Hunger-Free Kids Act
This encourages good nutrition in schools and childcare centers by providing additional funding and raising standards for student meals.