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Elizabeth, New Jersey · summer 2026 (last summer)

Free Summer Meals for Kids in Elizabeth, NJ

87 summer 2026 meal sites in Elizabeth, with the sponsor, address, dates and meal times each one published to USDA.

These are last summer's sites

Need food for your kids now? Call the USDA National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479), Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern, or check the official USDA Summer Meals Site Finder. The list below is the summer 2026 season, which ended on September 30, 2026. These sites are not listed as open now, and the dates and meal times are from last summer, not a schedule for this year or next summer. Sites for the next summer are usually announced in the spring.

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

BFL Program

123 Pearl Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4051

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

BFL Program

40 Morrel Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4051

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Boy's & Girl's Club

513-515 Richmond Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Brophy Field

268 Third Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Carteret Park

428 Murray Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

E-Port Pres Center

184 First Street., Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Jul 31, 2026, Mon to Fri: Breakfast 8:30a.m.-9:30a.m., Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Breakfast 8:30a.m.-9:30a.m., Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Elizabeth Basketball Camp

600 Pearl Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Aug 3 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Elizabeth Library E-Port

102-110 Third Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Elizabeth Library Elmora

740 West Grand Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Elizabeth Library Main

11 South Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 13 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Elizabeth Library Peterstown

418-434 Palmer Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Elizabeth Police League

860 Anna Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 7 to Aug 7, 2026, Tue to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 7 to Aug 14, 2026, Tue to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Elmora Dance Club

23 Fernwood Terrace, Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 13, 2026, Mon to Thu: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Elmora Racquet Club

23 Fernwood Terrace, Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Erxleben Recreation Center

513-515 Richmond Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Frog Hollow Playground

200 Florida Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Green Acres Playground

169 Bellevue Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Harris Playground

118-124 Magnolia Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Holland Playground

940 Praise the Lord Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Igelsia Jesucristo es el Senor

201-233 Spring Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Aug 3 to Aug 7, 2026, Mon to Fri: Breakfast 8:30a.m.-9:30a.m., Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Aug 10 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Breakfast 8:30a.m.-9:30a.m., Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 512-8730

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Jackson Park

2nd Street & Broadway, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Jefferson Park

441-487 Jefferson Ave., Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Jefferson Park Ministries

67 Prince Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 7, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 469-9508

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Junior Police Academy

40 Morrell Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 7 to Jul 31, 2026, Tue to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 296-6769

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Junior Police Academy

417 Union Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 7 to Aug 14, 2026, Tue to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 296-6769

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Kellogg Park

1145 Fanny Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Kenah Field

1149 Fanny Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Kopnicki Playground

128 Fulton Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

La Aliansa

501 Westfield Avenue., Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 21 to Jul 24, 2026, Tue to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Aug 10 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Lynch Memorial

1151 Fairmount Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Masniciki Playground

328 East Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Mattano Park

South 5st. & 5th Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Mickey Walker Recreation Center

860 Anna Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Miller Evans Logan Center

161-163 First St., Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Miller Playground

715-733 South Park Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

Mravlag Manor Community Center

688 Maple Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of East Orange · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Breakfast 9:30a.m.-10:30a.m., Lunch 12:30p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4; Elizabeth Housing Authority Development
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 28, 2026, Mon to Fri: Breakfast 9:30a.m.-10:30a.m., Lunch 12:30p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4; Elizabeth Housing Authority Development

Site phone: (908) 570-1280

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

O'Brien Field

641-657 Third Avenue., Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 6 to Aug 14, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Aug 21, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 820-4220

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

PAL Drone Camp

1 Police Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: City of Elizabeth Department of Recreation · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 20 to Jul 31, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Afternoon snack 2:00p.m.-2:30p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 721-1380

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

School # 84- Thomas Jefferson

27 Martin Luther King Jr Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: Elizabeth Board of Education · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 1 to Jul 31, 2026, Mon to Fri: Breakfast 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Jul 31, 2026, Mon to Fri: Breakfast 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 436-6741

Eat on-site · Open to all kids

School # 84- Thomas Jefferson Sp

27 Martin Luther King Jr Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Sponsor: Elizabeth Board of Education · Summer Food Service Program

Ran Jul 1 to Jul 31, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m.
Closed on July 4
Ran Jul 6 to Jul 31, 2026, Mon to Fri: Lunch 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m.
Closed on July 4

Site phone: (908) 436-6741

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Source: USDA Food and Nutrition Administration Summer Meals Site Finder (public data layer), a list that local sponsors give to state agencies and states submit to USDA. Season 2026, serving dates Apr 1, 2026 to Sep 30, 2026, data last updated by USDA Sep 9, 2026. We show spellings, dates, days, meal times, addresses and phone numbers as published and do not check them; late changes may be missing. SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) status is from USDA's participation page, last updated Aug 14, 2026. Sites that deliver meals, closed sites and sites that are not open to the public are not listed, and Puerto Rico and the other territories are not included here. To report a wrong listing, contact your state agency. A listing is not an endorsement.