Sumter School District to provide Summer meals for Sumter County children

Source: Sumter School District

SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– Sumter School District officials say registration for free Summer meals will be opening next month.

Eligible participants include Sumter County residents aged 18 and under, except for those already enrolled in summer programs where meals are provided through the USDA School Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program.

Also, meals will be provided by Sumter School District Food Service according to specific guidelines and are available for pick-up by a parent or guardian only.

Parents/guardians will be asked to present a valid photo ID at the time meals are picked up.

Participants must select one site for weekly meal pick-up, and registration is required each week, according to the school district.

Registration dates and times:

• Registration will open on June 9 at 8 a.m. and will close promptly at 4 p.m. on June 10, 2025, for June 12 distribution.
• Registration will open on June 16 at 8 a.m. and will close promptly at 4 p.m. on June 17, 2025, for June 19 distribution.
• Registration will open on June 23 at 8 a.m. and will close promptly at 4 p.m. on June 24, 2025, for June 26 distribution.
• Registration will open on June 30 at 8 a.m. and will close promptly at 4 p.m. on July 1, 2025, for July 3 distribution.
• Registration will open on July 7 at 8 a.m. and will close promptly at 4 p.m. on July 8, 2025 for July 10 distribution. July 10 will be the final meal distribution date.