In this important community segment of 2 Plus You Nevada, host Sarah Johns welcomes Jocelyn Lantrip from the Food Bank of Northern Nevada to discuss the Kids Cafe Program and how it helps ensure children across Northern Nevada have access to free, nutritious meals during the summer months.

The conversation highlights how the Food Bank of Northern Nevada operates meal sites throughout urban and rural communities, helping combat childhood food insecurity while providing low-barrier access to healthy meals for children and teens when school is out of session.

🚨 Segment Highlights:

🍎 What Is the Kids Cafe Program?

• Free summer meal program for children and teens ages 2–18

• No paperwork, registration, or qualification requirements

• Kids simply show up during meal service times and enjoy a free meal

📍 More Than 35 Meal Sites Across Northern Nevada

• Approximately 23 locations throughout Washoe County

• Additional meal sites available in rural Nevada communities

• Locations include parks, libraries, apartment complexes, and community gathering spaces

🥪 Nutritious Meals for Growing Kids

• Most Kids Cafe locations serve lunch meals

• Select locations also provide breakfast and snacks

• Meals include balanced nutrition with protein, fruits, vegetables, and milk

💙 Addressing Childhood Food Insecurity

• One in five Nevada children experiences food insecurity

• Program helps bridge the gap when school meals are unavailable during summer break

• Ensures children have access to healthy food and proper nutrition

🚐 Special Support for Rural Communities

• Rural Nevada families may receive multiple meals at one time

• Weekly meal packages help serve remote communities

• Provides convenient access where daily meal service may not be practical

🤝 Community Support Makes It Possible

• Program funded through USDA meal reimbursements and community support

• Local fundraising helps cover staffing, transportation, and delivery costs

• Community donations help keep meals accessible to children in need

🙋 Volunteer Opportunities Available

• Volunteers help sort, pack, and distribute food throughout Northern Nevada

• Summer is a critical time for volunteer support

• Just a few hours can help provide food assistance to thousands of families

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