Funding for School Nutrition Programs
Due to the increase in food, milk and energy costs, combined with high labor and benefits costs, the federal school meal reimbursement no longer covers the cost to prepare a balanced, nutritious school meal. SNA remains committed to advocating for increased funding for Child Nutrition Programs and supports the National Hunger Relief Act of 2008, S. 3614, introduced in September 2008 by Senator Bob Casey (D-PA.) Take action now by emailing your Senators and Member of Congress to share how rising food prices are impacting your school nutrition program.