School Nutrition Program Timeline

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    History of Food Programs

  • Milk Program

    Milk Program
    Provided needy children with a low price pint of whole milk. It was later made part of the Child Nutrition Act in 1960.
  • Free and Reduced Lunch Program

    Free and Reduced Lunch Program
    Provides students with a lunch for free or at a reduced price.
  • Child Nutrition Act

    Child Nutrition Act
  • Child and Adult Care Food Program

    Child and Adult Care Food Program
    Provides healthy meals and snacks to adults and children in public and private non-profit facilities.
  • Breakfast Program and Summer Lunch Program

    Breakfast Program and Summer Lunch Program
    The Breakfast Program provides students with a healthy breakfast at a free or reduced price. The Summer Lunch Program offer students the option of a healthy meal in the summer, whether or not in summer school.
  • Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Program

    Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Program
    Ensures that fresh fruits and vegetables are delivered to schools and military bases.
  • Let's Move! Program

    Let's Move! Program
    This program focuses on providing healthier foods in schools, ensuring that every family has access to healthy, affordable food, and helping kids become more physically active.