One in six children in the U.S. don’t know where their next meal is coming from.
The summer is a particularly vulnerable time for kids who rely on free or reduced-price meals during the school year, but for many, the needs continue year-round.
At the Y, we know that children who receive daily nutrition are set up to succeed. That’s why we’re helping kids reach their full potential by providing free access to healthy snacks and meals when school’s out for summer, year-round after school, and even on weekends.
See our list below of food programs open to any youth in the community.
Cleaver Family YMCA
June - August
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-6 p.m., and Saturdays 11 a.m. to noon - Shelf-stable meals in partnership with Harvesters Kids Cafe (kids under 18)
North Kansas City YMCA
Year-Round
First Friday of every month 2-3:30 p.m. - Mobile Pantry Distribution in partnership with Harvesters (all ages)
Olathe Family YMCA
Through August 13, 2021
Every Friday from 1-6:30 p.m. - Weekend snack pack with Harvesters BackSnack Program (kids under 18)
Year-Round
First and third Wednesday of every month 2-3:30 p.m. - Mobile Pantry Distribution in partnership with Harvesters (all ages)
Paul Henson Family YMCA
June - August
Mondays and Wednesdays noon to 1 p.m. - Shelf-stable meals in partnership with Harvesters Kids Cafe (kids under 18)
Platte County Community Center North
June 1 - August 19
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-6 p.m. - Shelf-stable meals in partnership with Harvesters Kids Cafe (kids under 18)
Providence YMCA/Ball Family Center
Through October 25, 2021
Fourth Monday of every month, noon to 2 p.m. - Mobile Pantry Distribution in partnership with Harvesters (all ages). *Distribution event takes place at the KCKCC TEC Building, 6565 State Ave., Kansas City, KS, 66102.
Year-Round
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. - Shelf-stable meals in partnership with Harvesters Kids Cafe (kids under 18)
Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m. - Breakfast
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In addition, healthy meals and snacks are provided for youth registered in programs such as Early Education and Head Start, and Y Club before and after school.