Make healthy school meals for all permanent

In Michigan, one in six children are food insecure. When children face hunger, they are more likely to experience lower academic performance, behavioral issues and physical and mental health challenges. For the past three years, our state has provided free breakfast and lunch to all students regardless of school district or income level. Providing universal meals improves access to the service for all who need it, removes stigma and improves efficiency for schools, while providing valuable support for all children and families.

Because of the work of advocates like you, the Michigan legislature decided to fund Healthy School Meals for All for the upcoming school year! However, this effective and efficient program still hasn’t been made permanent, creating uncertainty for our school districts, families and local farmers.

But momentum is in our favor – the Senate Education Committee advanced a bill that would make Healthy School Meals for All permanent! It now heads to the full Senate for a vote. Urge your lawmakers to support this bill and make free school meals permanent for all Michigan children!