FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Fort Wayne Community Schools will kick off its annual free summer meal program at the Allen County Public Library with a community celebration on the Library Plaza. The free event is open to the public and will feature free food, giveaways, games, and children’s activities such as chalk art and face painting.
What: Sun Meals “Dino-Mite Summer” Free Lunch Kick Off with FWCS
When: Friday, May 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Allen County Public Library Plaza (900 Library Plaza)
Who: Children and their caregivers*
Note: Parking will be free in the Main Library lots from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the event
The ACPL acts as a distribution location for free lunches and snacks weekdays June 1 through July 31 at 8 library locations: Main, Georgetown, Hessen Cassel, Little Turtle, Pontiac, Shawnee, Tecumseh, and Waynedale. In 2025, the library distributed nearly 12,000 lunches and 3400 snacks through the partnership.
The program coincides with the Library’s annual Summer Learning Program “Unearth a Story” which encourages community members of all ages, but especially youth, to earn prizes by reading and participating in learning activities over the summer. During the summer, the Library’s youth traffic will increase dramatically, making it the perfect location to provide daily snacks and lunch. The Library will also continue its partnership with Blessings in a Backpack to ensure these same children have access to nutritious food over the weekend.
*Free lunch is provided by FWCS through partnership with the USDA. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
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