News Release — DC Department of Parks and Recreation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 18, 2021
CONTACT:
Media Contact: Michael Tucker Jr.
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, the Bowser Administration and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) announced the launch of the DPR Afterschool Meals program, offering supper at no cost for children 18 years of age and younger. Service has already begun at 13 locations, with another six locations to begin service on Friday, November 19, 2021.
Meals are available Monday through Friday from 4 – 5 p.m. at most sites, where DPR afterschool programs are available. No application or ID is required. Meals are provided in coordination with the Office of the State Superintendent of Education as part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program.
“Access to healthy food is essential for children to learn sound eating habits and grow up strong,” said DPR Director Delano Hunter. “I am proud that, under Mayor Bowser’s leadership, DPR is able to host these meal sites and feed some of the District’s most important residents.”
Participating Sites for DPR Afterschool Meals:
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