National School Lunch Week (NSLW) is a celebration of the federal National School Lunch Program, which provides millions of children a nutritious meal each school day.
NSLW2025 will be observed from October 13 – 17.
Join FRAC Monday through Friday for opportunities to:
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- increase student participation;
- share success stories; and
- advocate for expanded access to school lunch.
Momentum Building for Healthy School Meals for All
Children can’t learn on an empty stomach and school meals are just as important to students’ academic success as textbooks and transportation.
Healthy School Meals for All ensures all students have the nutrition they need to learn and thrive.
So far, nine states are implementing policies that offer school meals to all students at no charge, regardless of household income.
Learn more about Healthy School Meals for All.
Spotlight on the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)
CEP allows high-poverty schools and districts to provide breakfast and lunch at no charge to all students. It reduces administrative paperwork; increases school meal participation; eliminates stigma; and makes it easier to implement innovative breakfast models. Community eligibility is a win for everyone — administrators, students, families, and school nutrition staff.
FRAC Research & Resources
Check back soon for NSLW2025 resources!
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- FRAC NSLW 2024 Communications Toolkit
- Healthy School Meals for All – Campaign Site
- Benefits of School Lunch
- Strategies to Increase Applications for School Meals
- School Meals are Essential for Student Health and Learning
- Community Eligibility Landing Page
- The Connections Between Food Insecurity, the Federal Nutrition Programs, and Student Behavior
