Through Aug. 31, Catholic Charities will provide free, nutritious breakfasts and lunches to low-income children up to the age of 18 five days a week at 135 community sites across the Chicago area. The Summer Food Service Program ensures that children receive nutritious meals when school is not in session. This summer, the agency expects to serve around 6,000 children more than 200,000 meals.
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Catholic Charities offers summer breakfast and lunch program
By Karen Callaway | Chicago Catholic
Aug 6, 2017 2:40:00 AM
Catholic Charities offers summer breakfast and lunch program
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